Critical Environment Operations Manager | Microsoft Careers

Microsoft

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$127,600–$229,200 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
Dec 6, 2026

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $178k
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This role pays more than 69% of similar roles. Most pay $152,150–$207,350 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $178k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

Microsoft currently has 1568 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Critical Environment Operations Manager | Microsoft Careers

Data Center Operations Management M5 at a leading tech company involves overseeing mission-critical service management within complex IT infrastructures, including electrical engineering and physical operations in data centers. This role requires establishing strong relationships with Engineering Groups and business partners to ensure seamless operations. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in critical environment infrastructure or equivalent technical expertise, along with leadership skills for managing diverse teams. Preferred qualifications include a degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related fields, plus extensive hands-on experience in data center technologies such as UPS systems, generators, and network equipment. Relevant certifications like CompTIA, ITIL v3 Foundation, and PMP are highly valued, ensuring the candidate can effectively manage large-scale operations with a focus on reliability and efficiency.

What you'll do

  • Manage mission-critical service operations in IT or critical environment infrastructure.
  • Lead a diverse technical team responsible for data center operations.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with engineering groups and business partners.
  • Ensure the reliability of UPS, generator, AHU systems within physical IT infrastructures.
  • Oversee server, SANs, networking, capacity management, and DC rack/enclosures.

What we're looking for

  • At least 6 years of experience in mission-critical service management with electrical engineering expertise.
  • Over 1 year of leadership experience managing a diverse technical team.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant fields like Computer Science, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with critical environment infrastructures such as UPS, generators, AHUs, and physical IT infrastructure components.
  • Possession of applicable certifications including CompTIA, Microsoft, CCNA, ITIL v3 Foundation, MOF, PMP, CDCP.

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