Principal Real Estate Development Manager, AMERICAS Real Estate Development

Amazon • Seattle, WA

437d • $158,400 - $261,900

About The Position

The Principal Real Estate Development Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS) is responsible for leading the strategy, identification, acquisition, and development of properties for data centers that support AWS's expanding global cloud infrastructure. This role is critical in securing strategic sites that align with AWS's technical, environmental, and financial needs while supporting long-term growth goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in real estate site selection, acquisition, and development, particularly in the data center sector, and will work collaboratively with various internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related fields.
• 15+ years of experience in real estate development.
• 5+ years of data center real estate experience.
• Experience in real estate development or program management.
• Strong knowledge of alternative real estate transaction approaches, structures, and best practices.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree or higher in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related fields.
• Understanding of and experience in the Data Center industry, including data center siting and general operations.
• Experience with successful negotiations through high-value complex deal structures.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure sites that meet AWS's data center needs, considering geographical latency, access to power and water, and zoning regulations.
• Lead the due diligence process, evaluating environmental conditions, ownership structures, and regulatory hurdles.
• Develop and execute complex real estate deals, including purchases, leases, build-to-suit agreements, and colocation contracts.
• Negotiate favorable terms with developers, landlords, and municipalities to meet AWS's operational and financial goals.
• Oversee entitlement, zoning, and permitting processes to ensure smooth site delivery.
• Coordinate with engineering, design, and construction teams to align project requirements with site characteristics.
• Build and maintain relationships with local municipalities, utility providers, and economic development agencies to support project success.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on site acquisition progress, risks, and market trends.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $158,400 to $261,900 per year.
• Comprehensive medical, financial, and other benefits.
• Equity and sign-on payments may be provided as part of the total compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees