The Subject Matter Expert Electrical Engineer will join Microsoft's Cloud Operations and Innovation team, specifically within the Datacenter Engineering team. This role focuses on delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft's cloud business. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise in datacenter electrical engineering, design, construction, and operations. They will ensure compliance with Microsoft standards and collaborate with various stakeholders to oversee complex electrical systems.

• 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.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a lead engineer with design, construction, operation or maintenance of large scale and complex electrical engineering systems.
• Detailed understanding of uninterruptible power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution units, and automatic/static transfer switches.

• Manage, review, and coordinate the delivery of complex data center electrical systems.
• Review electrical design infrastructure for lease DC project buildouts and special projects.
• Collaborate with the Global Electrical Team to develop electrical designs for new DC project build-outs.
• Lead and guide consultants in designing and coordinating electrical systems with other disciplines.
• Oversee all power system designs throughout the design phases and address issues raised by construction teams.

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.