General Manager, Strategic Energy Partnerships at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

296400.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Energy Transactions, Power Industry, Sustainability, Project Management, Negotiation, Commercial Valuation, Regulatory Compliance, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Skills, Contract Management, Infrastructure Development, Data Center Operations, Energy Solutions, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Power Purchase Agreements, Market Analysis

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview 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 the General Manager, Strategic Energy Partnerships, you will build and lead relationships with governmental authorities, electric utilities, independent power producers (“IPPs”), energy technology OEMs, and other external stakeholders to build and solidify relationships across the energy value changes, including leading a team that will undertake complex structured energy transactions, such as, but not limited to, behind the meter agreements, non-standard power purchase agreements in connection with complex infrastructure development agreements, government contracts relating to data center locations, and power purchases as part of datacenter colocation structures. In addition, the General Manager, Strategic Energy Partnerships will collaborate with cross-functional internal teams in Finance, Legal, Accounting, Engineering, and Sustainability, to influence strategic decision-making in securing transaction approvals and closing commercial contracting for non-standard energy transactions, across a range of technologies and markets. This necessitates that the candidate brings an innovative, proactive, and collaborative presence to the role while also providing leadership and mentorship to a team of energy professionals focused across the commercial energy landscape. The General Manager, Strategic Energy Partnerships will have in-depth expertise of the power industry and power markets, both regulated and competitive global markets, and experience in the digital infrastructure space is required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven track record across origination, diligence, and completion of innovative energy transactions, including colocation sites and ideally behind-the-meter transactions, and familiarity with the engineering and regulatory dynamics to deliver exceptional value for Microsoft as it pursues creative energy solutions across the globe relating to both AI and cloud infrastructure growth. 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. Responsibilities Develop trusted commercial relationships with external suppliers and partners, e.g. policy-makers, electric utilities, IPPs, energy technology OEMs, third-party engineering diligence firms, to lead complex first-of-a-kind energy solutions that deliver value for Microsoft, including a range of potential infrastructure scenarios and technologies around the globe. Lead commercial valuation and structuring for energy deals related to datacenter site selection and capacity delivery, including critical analytical skills related to reliability and costs of new structures, with an understanding of the regulatory, accounting and finance complexities related to the energy sector. Represent the Energy team as the executive owner of deals to achieve alignment with key internal stakeholders across real estate functions, Finance, Legal, Accounting, Engineering, Sustainability, to secure internal support and approvals for new transaction structures. Lead a team tasked with negotiating and undertaking contractual terms behind energy solutions for accelerated infrastructure build, including working with Microsoft internal and outside legal counsel, as well as regulators and policy makers. Business travel will likely be required, ~25%, subject to fluctuation with business requirements. Qualifications Required Qualifications Master's Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Business, Engineering, Law, Policy, or related field, AND 7+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations in the energy industry (such as electric utility operations, power trading, infrastructure energy and/or IPP power origination) OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Business, Engineering, Law, Policy, or related field, AND 9+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations in the energy industry (such as electric utility operations, power trading, infrastructure energy and/or IPP power origination) 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 20+ years of experience in the energy industry, i.e. electric utility operations, power trading and/or IPP power origination, including 5+ years at the leadership level. 5+ years of experience in the digital infrastructure space, and/or familiarity with hyperscale practices in site selection, energy contracting and sustainability goals. Effective communication skills and a track record of navigating and leading through ambiguous circumstances without clearly defined parameters yet ability to delivery results on deadlines in the energy space. Demonstrated experience in delivering first-of-a-kind energy solutions and understanding key value drivers in energy, power industry finance, and power purchasing contracts, including behind-the-meter generation. Sourcing Engineering M6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $163,000 - $296,400 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 $220,800 - $331,200 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 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.

Responsibilities

The General Manager will develop commercial relationships with external partners and lead complex energy solutions for Microsoft. They will also represent the Energy team in securing internal support for new transaction structures.