Working in an AWS data center
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Hear from a few of our data center specialists as they discuss their career journeys, what inspires their work, and the impact they’re making.
Make an impact for every customer
Data centers are the foundation for technology we all love—generative AI, streaming services, mobile apps, personalized shopping, even the cloud itself. They’re the engine that enables financial institutions, healthcare providers, government agencies, and your favorite companies to deliver the service you want, when you want it. Data centers are a core part of everything we’re building at AWS, and it’s our data center specialists who make it all possible.
The scale and scope of our business requires a lot of talented people from construction, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and networking to expand our infrastructure, increase efficiency, and reduce waste. Whatever your background, working in an AWS data center creates uncommon opportunities to flex your expertise, expand your skills, and build a rewarding career.
Who works in an AWS Data Center?
Download video transcriptData center specialists from construction, security, networking, fiber optics, HVAC, and more talk about the scale and security of our facilities, the pace of innovation, and the impact of their work.
Dedicated platform, secure information
The Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC) provides secure, commercial cloud technology to the US intelligence community, offering government clients the technology they need to stay ahead of threats. The ADC infrastructure and network operations team leads innovation of the design and capabilities of our data centers, creating security and compliance protocols that make us the first choice for the world’s most highly regulated organizations. We call it building with impact—explore how you can make a difference on the ADC team.
Start your tech career here
Curious about working in an AWS data center but lack tech experience? Our Work-Based Learning Program gives motivated people a clear path for building a rewarding tech career. Learn how this 12-month paid training program prepares you for roles in data center operations, logistics, infrastructure, and more.
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Our people are our superpower
At AWS, you’ll work with innovative experts to push the boundaries of data center technology. We asked some of our builders to talk about their experiences at AWS.
Meet Jasmine
“Working at AWS has expanded my view of what’s possible in this industry, where people with different backgrounds and talents are allowed and encouraged to express themselves. I’m happy to have found projects, employee-led groups, and volunteer opportunities that allow me to use my technical and creative skills to better the workplace culture and community, all within my 40-hour work week!”
Jasmine, UPS Battery Technician
Meet Obed
“Working at AWS has given me a sense of belonging to a large family of talented and highly skilled professionals who are working to positively impact lives and businesses all over the world. Every day is day one, and that mindset is what sets Amazon apart as a leader in the tech industry.”
Obed, UPS Battery Technician
Meet Paige
“Working with the AWS data center community has given me the opportunity to develop skills outside my past experiences. I never could have imagined being able to work with electrical infrastructure, cloud applications, and batteries all in one position.”
Paige, UPS Battery Technician
Meet Raveena
“The opportunity given to me here at AWS has been the greatest, most unexpected turn of my life... My team never fails to support, encourage, and make me feel welcome. My work family is comprised of people from very different backgrounds, and to think I’m part of it is such a blessing and a learning experience.”
Raveena, Generator Technician
Many paths to a great career
Opportunity is a big factor in career success. From apprenticeships to training programs, we’re committed to giving talented, passionate people a chance to build great careers in the cloud, whatever their experiences.
Empowered to make an impact
Download video transcriptOur team members share some of the ways their work makes a real-world impact, and how our inclusive culture encourages everyone to connect, collaborate, and grow.