Senior Electrical Engineer

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Atlanta, GA, USA
In-Office
102K-261K Annually
Senior level
Software • Quantum Computing • Metaverse • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
The Role
Serve as technical expert for mission-critical datacenter electrical systems: manage campus electrical infrastructure, support 24x7 operations, lead commissioning and maintenance, ensure safety and compliance, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize performance.
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Overview

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day and we need you as a Critical Environment Senior Electrical Engineer.Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I Electrical Engineer, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development for all employees and offers trainings and growth opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 datacenters in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.


Responsibilities
  • Act as the technical expert for on-site operations related to a large-scale mission critical electrical system, design, and functionality
  • Manage the electrical infrastructures throughout datacenter campus ranging from a single large capacity facility, to several smaller ones
  • Work with commissioning teams to properly test and validate installation, operation, and performance of electrical systems
  • Understand the design and functionality of your datacenter
  • Establish and coordinate maintenance and safety procedures, maintaining highly redundant electrical designs  
  • Support 24x7x365 on-site datacenters operations and electrical infrastructure  
  • Empower a culture of safety, security, and compliance in all aspects of data center activities
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
  • Demonstrate leadership competencies and a willingness to collaborate and work cross-functionally to maximize business results and positive customer experiences
  • Partner with other technical and non-technical groups in a fast-paced environment
  • Embody the One Microsoft culture and values

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience
    • OR equivalent experience.

Background Check Requirements: 

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: 

  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field AND 10+ years technical engineering experience OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field AND 7+ years technical engineering experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Demonstrated experience designing, operating, and commissioning electrical distribution systems, from medium voltage (MV) to branch circuits.
  • Demonstrated experience with power system analysis (SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower) and reviewing studies.
  • Knowledge of electrical and control systems related to datacenter environments.

Electrical Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $102,100 - $202,200 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $133,800 - $219,200 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Electrical Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $160,200 - $261,000 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay


This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Skills Required

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's degree AND 5+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience.
  • Ability to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • Support 24x7x365 on-site datacenter operations and electrical infrastructure.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS).
  • Demonstrated leadership competencies and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field AND 10+ years technical engineering experience OR Master's degree AND 7+ years technical engineering experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Experience designing, operating, and commissioning electrical distribution systems from medium voltage (MV) to branch circuits.
  • Experience with power system analysis tools (SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower) and reviewing studies.
  • Knowledge of electrical and control systems related to datacenter environments.

Microsoft Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Microsoft and has not been reviewed or approved by Microsoft.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is presented as broadly competitive overall, with clear role/level/location variation and an emphasis on using posted ranges and band information for apples-to-apples comparisons.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are described as a standout, highlighted by a strong 401(k) match structure and immediate vesting, plus additional plan features for tax-advantaged saving.
  • Parental & Family Support Family-oriented benefits are portrayed as a meaningful strength, with substantial paid parental leave and added supports like back-up care and adoption/surrogacy assistance.

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