Director, Business Development, Energy and Utilities

With global energy demand projected to rise 47% over the next 25 years, the Energy sector is simultaneously navigating a global expansion of existing and new energy sources, an AI driven transformation Basic qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or 16+ years of equivalent professional experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership - 15+ years leading global teams in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership roles in the Oil and Gas sector - 5+ years of working knowledge of cloud computing, AI/ML, or emerging technology paradigms and their application to energy industry challenges - Strong knowledge and vision of AI and Agentic services applied to solving Energy industry problems - Demonstrated experience structuring and executing large-scale commercial agreements ($500M+) with enterprise energy, utility, or infrastructure customers, including multi-party deal structures Preferred: - Advanced degree (MBA, or MS) in a technical, energy, or business discipline - Deep familiarity with Power and Utilities sector challenges including grid interconnection dynamics, long-lead-time equipment procurement, data center power siting, decarbonization strategies, regulatory and permitting processes, and energy infrastructure supply chain constraints - History of building and managing pan-enterprise or cross-business-unit relationships that bring the breadth of a large corporate organization to bear in strategic customer or partner engagements - Deep understanding of cloud computing and AI solutions as applied to complex Energy processes Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. 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 option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, TX, Houston - 232,400.00 - 314,400.00 USD annually