Real Estate Development Manager, AWS Infrastructure Services

Job ID: 10470082 | Amazon Data Services, Inc. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a comprehensive, evolving, and growing business unit within that provides cloud services. Since early 2006, AWS has provided a highly reliable, scalable, low‑cost infrastructure platform that powers hundreds of thousands of businesses in 190 countries around the world. We are looking for a talented professional to join the AWS Real Estate Team who will operate on both strategic and tactical levels to support the expansion of AWS’s Data Center Network in the U.S. In this role, you will work directly with land owners, data center developers, private equity firms, local jurisdictions, land use attorneys and consultants to identify and successfully navigate the required real estate entitlements to acquire and develop new data centers. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a technical background that enables them to successfully guide and communicate AWS’s vision for development. You will collaborate with and manage multi‑disciplinary internal and external stakeholders to produce outcomes that support sustainable growth and are sensitive to the communities in which we expand. Key Job Responsibilities Work cross‑functionally with other internal and external teams, including Design Engineering, Legal, Economic Development, Public Policy, Construction, and Capacity Planning, to drive site selection and inform a regional real estate strategy. Lead deal engagement, negotiation and closing of real‑estate sites. Negotiate Build‑to‑Suit leases, land leases, purchase and sale agreements, easement agreements and other contracts. Evaluate project feasibility. Work cross‑functionally to develop project schedule and development budget; track hard and soft project costs. Partner with the local jurisdiction and participate in any local meetings and hearings related to these projects. Build and lead teams of vendors, consultants, and contractors to support acquisition, entitlements and delivery. Travel is required. AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Real Estate or related fields. 3+ years of experience in real‑estate development, law, engineering, master planning in a technical industry. 3+ years of experience performing the full range of land entitlement functions leveraging internal and external resources. 3+ years of experience in site due diligence, site development, and negotiation of entitlement agreements for large complex projects. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree or higher (including Juris Doctor) in Business Administration, Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate or related fields. Understanding of and experience in the Data Center industry, including data center siting and general operations. Experience in public‑private partnerships. Ability to understand and communicate high level electrical, power & cooling, fiber optics, and other technical requirements, particularly related to Internet infrastructure. Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. For workplace accommodations, please visit The base salary range for this position is 92,400.00 – 160,000.00 USD annually. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and optional Supplemental life plans), Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at Location: Arlington, VA, USA. #J-18808-Ljbffr