CO+I Edge Critical Environments Field Service Engineer Id-3183

January 28, 2025

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 CO+I Edge Critical Environments Field Service Engineer (CE FSE).

Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As an CO+I Edge CE FSE, 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 100 datacenters and 1 million 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.

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Ensures compliance with data center business units and service-level policies for Edge Critical Environments (CE).
Engages with appropriate teams and resources to execute CE tasks or projects.
Manages CE programs associated with area of responsibility.
Reviews and advises on Edge contract process, contract language, and supporting documentation
Delivers new Edge Datacenters in tandem with our partners by providing onsite expertise and reviews
Follows and adheres to safety and security policies and procedures. Reports immediately any safety or security issues or concerns.
Participates in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process as appropriate.

Service Delivery

Maximize Critical Environment (CE) availability in conjunction with our landlord partners at Edge facilities
Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in our leased Datacenters (MOP/SOP/EOP review, RCAs, FMEAs, change governance, and risk mitigation)
Reduce high-impact and human-error Critical Environment (CE) related incidents year over year
Act as an escalation point for all facilities-related issues within our leased datacenters
Coordinate, plan, schedule, and supervise on premises CE audits and compliance verification as needed
Ensure delivery and review of routine reporting to effectively manage and analyze our Power/Temperature/Relative Humidity, and SLA’s
Establish and enhance strong working relationships and engagement with our Engineering Groups (EGs), and landlord partners
Work with regional and global peers to share and build best CE practices across the entire EDGE portfolio

Data Center Work Environment

Shares best CE practices; assists others in learning role, process, procedures.
Provides mentorship across data centers for CE specific expertise.
Seeks training opportunities that meet the interest of the business as well as own career goals and objectives.
Suggests ways for reducing risk of performing maintenance; works with others to accommodate scheduling needs.
Suggests improvements in implementation based on depth of understanding.
Contributes to a positive team environment by learning and adopting best practices.
Contributes constructively during team meetings and in cross-disciplinary collaborations within the service team.

Ownership

In alignment with management priorities, holds self-accountable for the end-to-end service quality, completeness, and resulting customer experience (including but not limited to availability, safety, security, customer service).
Supports escalation of issues to appropriate owner.

Other

Embody our culture and values.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

High School Qualification or equivalent AND 3+ years electrical experience working in a Data Center Critical Environment in large-scale environments

OR equivalent experience.

Other 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.

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years’ experience in Critical Environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU) or IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling).
Bachelor’s Degree or Technical College certification in mechanical or electrical engineering and/or services
Experience working on large scale CE projects
Experience with the operation of IT infrastructure (Servers, SANs, Networking, etc.)

Data Center Operations Management IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $80,000 - $159,600 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 $108,000 - $180,000 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

Microsoft will accept applications until February 4, 2025.

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Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

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