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Data Center Program Manager
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Nevada, Reno | |
| 6840 Sierra Center Parkway (Show on map) | |
 Oct 11, 2025 | |
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OverviewAs a Data Center Program Manager (DCPM), you will troubleshoot service incidents, manage assigned projects to meet service delivery objectives, and escalate issues to appropriate stakeholders to remove obstacles. You will also follow safety policies and procedures and participate in root cause analyses (RCAs) of incidents. This role offers the opportunity to build a solid understanding of data center procedures, collaborate across various teams, and provide mentorship across data centers by sharing best practices.Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I DCPM, you will play 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. CO+I is committed to the personal and professional development of all employees and offers training andgrowth opportunities, including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.Our infrastructure consists of a large global portfolio of more than 200 data centers in 32 countries and millions of servers. It is built and managed by a team of subject matter experts who 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 data center design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve to meet the ever-changing business demands that position Microsoft as aworld-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.
ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate conscientiousness regarding costs by adhering to budget requirements, keeping expenses reasonable, and contributing to staying within budget.Follow and comply with all safety and security policies and procedures. Immediately report any safety or security issues or concerns.Troubleshoot service incidents and escalate as appropriate to meet SLA/OLA targets, minimizing disruption to clients, customers, and business operations.Recognize the potential customer impact of events and issues (e.g., customer lockdowns),communicate anticipated effects, and plan accordingly. Proactively review schedules to avoid conflicts. Identify, coordinate, manage expectations, and offer alternatives when defining customer solutions.Manage relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure expectations are clarified, understood, documented, and met.Recommend strategies to reduce the risk associated with maintenance activities and collaborate with others to accommodate scheduling needs.In alignment with management priorities, hold yourself accountable for end-to-end service quality, completeness, and the resulting customer experience - including availability, safety, security, and customer service. Support issue escalation to the appropriate owner. Other Embody ourCultureandValues | |