Global Datacenter Engineering Lease Electrical Director | Microsoft Careers

Microsoft

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Work type
On-site
Location
US
Salary
$142,800–$274,800 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Dec 1, 2026

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Above market

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This role $209k
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TL;DR · Global Datacenter Engineering Lease Electrical Director | Microsoft Careers

The Global Datacenter Engineering Lease Electrical Director at Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation is a senior-level position within the Datacenter Engineering team, responsible for overseeing electrical and EPMS infrastructure requirements in leased datacenters. This individual will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure alignment with Microsoft’s global standards, facilitate the development of lease standards, and provide technical guidance on contracts and system design decisions. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting root cause analysis, advising on complex engineering issues, and recommending tools and processes for project success. The role requires expertise in electrical engineering, extensive experience in datacenter infrastructure, and a deep understanding of industry trends. Preferred qualifications include professional licensure, experience with leased datacenters, and the ability to influence across multiple teams.

What you'll do

  • Conducts root cause analysis to identify complex problems in datacenter electrical systems.
  • Coordinates engineering system design with internal and external stakeholders for leased facilities.
  • Recommends solutions for difficult decisions based on financial, quality, reliability, and time factors.
  • Develops and advises on documentation of electrical scope within the leased portfolio.
  • Determines necessary tools, technologies, or processes to meet project requirements.
  • Provides expert guidance on industry trends and advances in electrical engineering.

What we're looking for

  • Doctorate in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of datacenter electrical/EPMS experience or equivalent.
  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering with 6+ years of datacenter electrical/EPMS experience or equivalent.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of datacenter electrical/EPMS experience or equivalent.
  • Registered/Licensed Professional Electrical Engineer (PE).
  • Experience in inherent availability and RAM study training and development.
  • Proven ability to influence without authority across engineering teams.
  • Leadership experience in critical engineering initiatives spanning multiple teams.

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