Senior Manager - Research & Development (R&D) Facility Operations
Redmond, WA 
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Posted 12 days ago
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OverviewThe Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) business is critical to delivering on this mission and vision, building and operating Microsoft's cloud infrastructure, which is growing rapidly in response to unprecedented demand for Microsoft services. CO+I operate one of the largest cloud networks on the planet - comprised of more than 160 Datacenters, 130+ edge sites, 2+ million miles of fiber, and millions of servers and network and storagedevices. Microsoft's Cloud Operations and Innovation Organization (CO+I) is seeking a Senior Manager - Research & Development (R&D) Facility Operations for the New Technology Introduction team within the Office of the CTO (Chief Technology Officer). This position will manage dynamic facility operations in and R&D environment encompassing construction, facility readiness, general operations, and supporting test setup and execution of next generation data center technologies. 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. 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.
ResponsibilitiesManage day-to-day activities within the R&D facility, including such activities as ensuring operation of essential equipment, making sure adequate supplies are available for R&D activities, reviewing budgets, purchasing, inventory management etc.Manages facility service requests in support of project implementations, facility maintenance, and equipment calibration needs.Manage facility capability and capacity planning to support R&D projects for emerging technologies for datacenters. Drive continuous improvement efforts to meet and support needs inclusive of system operational goals, capacity optimization, and emerging capability needs.Manage & support vendor contracts for services, construction upgrade projects to support testing.Work with various stakeholders like Engineering, Safety, Security, Operations, Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Architect Engineers (AEs), General Contractors (GCs) during project planning and execution in facility to deliver projects.Removes barriers to agility to enable the team to shift priorities quickly without losing productivity.Ensure that electrical, mechanical, and/or fire/life safety equipment within the facility are operating efficiently.Share best practices, assist others in learning role, process, procedures, and mentors others.Promotes a culture of safety, security, and compliance in all aspects of R&D facility activities.Learn, live, and coach the One Microsoft culture and values. Lead through change by bringing clarity, generating energy, and delivering success.Embody our culture and values

 

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