Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) team is responsible for the full lifecycle of Microsoft's cloud infrastructure, spanning site selection, development, and operations. Our global footprint includes more than 400 datacenters in 34 countries, supported by over 165,000 miles of fiber optic cable. These facilities form the backbone of Microsoft Azure and are central to our commitment to reliable, secure, and sustainable digital infrastructure.
As part of the CO+I Energy Team, you will join a team of professionals responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and delivering strategic energy projects. The candidate will manage a portfolio of activities to identify and execute energy opportunities to advance Microsoft's datacenter growth, in line with strategies to leverage sustainability, time to market and economic value in order to solidify Microsoft's leadership in providing infrastructure for the global AI economy.
As a Power Transmission System Expert for APAC you will build and lead relationships with electric utilities, regulatory bodies, energy technology OEMs, and other external stakeholders to influence and negotiate complex grid code requirements for data centers, such as, but not limited to, fault ride through, power oscillation damping, power ramps, power quality, and reactive power requirements.
In addition, the Power Transmission System Expert will collaborate with cross-functional internal teams in Policy, Governmental Affairs, Engineering, Delivery and Sustainability, to influence strategic decision-making in the context of new grid code requirements.
The Power Transmission System Expert will need in-depth expertise of grid code requirements and the related regulatory dynamics, and experience in the Transmission System Operator (TSO) and digital infrastructure spaces is preferred. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a proven track record in collaborating with all relevant stakeholders in developing grid code requirements and leading related compliance processes. The Power Transmission System Expert will participate in external working groups dealing with grid code development.
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.
ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:
- Develop trusted relationships with key external stakeholders, e.g. TSOs, regulatory bodies, data center associations, energy technology OEMs, third-party engineering diligence firms, to influence the development of new grid codes.
- Represent Microsoft in external working groups on grid codes from, but not limited to, CIGRE, IEEE, etc.
- Support internal impact assessment of grid codes on data center design.
- Support external knowledge sharing focusing on the technical opportunities and limitations of data centers in the context of grid code requirements.
- Business travel will likely be required, ~25%, subject to fluctuation with business requirements.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering AND 1+ years experience in grid code development and/or grid code compliance OR Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering AND 2+ years experience.
- Experience with power system modeling tools (e.g., DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSSe)
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for diverse, non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated growth mindset with problem-solving skills.
While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering AND 3+ years' experience in working with TSOs, regulatory bodies or customers on grid codes.
- 1+ years of experience in the digital infrastructure space.
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.
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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.
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