€53k - €89k
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Overview
Job details
€63,100 - €107,600 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About €3,620 - €5,680 a month after tax, or €3,680 - €6,500 under the Beckham regime.
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Indicative — the ad doesn’t promise sponsorship.
Requirements
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Zaragoza
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Design Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.” — per the ad.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Design Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Extensive experience delivering engineering and/or construction infrastructure projects, including large-scale, complex infrastructure environments.
- Proven experience serving as a lead engineer, lead architect, design manager, or project manager on large-scale, complex infrastructure projects.
- Significant experience leading cross-functional and/or cross-team projects, including collaboration across technical and non-technical stakeholder groups.
Nice to have
- Chartered Engineer, Professional Engineer, Project Management certification, Registered Architect, or equivalent professional accreditation.
- Experience in commercial and industrial architecture and engineering, with a focus on datacenter and/or mission-critical facilities.
- Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects using Design-Build and/or Design-Bid-Build delivery methods.
- Knowledge of local building codes, regulations, and jurisdictional standards, including experience supporting site due diligence and infrastructure development activities.
The role
As a Microsoft Datacenter Engineering Design Manager, you will report directly to the Sub-Regional Design Program Manager, assigned to manage the engineering scope, schedule, and budget for greenfield, brownfield and retrofit engineering / design projects through all stages of the project from site due diligence, design and construction as assigned in Spain and in other EMEA locations as required.
Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I Datacenter Engineering Design Manager, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's over 200 online businesses including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive and the Microsoft Azure platform.
Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 datacenters in 32 countries and millions of 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.
With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-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.
What you'll do
- Manage internal and external resources to deliver land technical due diligence, construction permitting, building shell and core engineering and design, power, cooling, telecommunications, and controls infrastructure aligned to Microsoft's datacenter capacity roadmap.
- Support engineering procurement strategies, contract negotiations, and scope management to achieve business objectives and maximize project value.
- Provide design management, technical direction, decision-making and overall leadership for our datacenter architectural and engineering designs.
- Oversee the delivery of multiple, concurrent, complete Datacenter design solutions aligned with the scopes, schedules, and budgets of the projects, and manage the design deliverables of MS consultants (architects, engineers, and designers).
- Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate design, permitting, constructability, and technical delivery risks, driving timely resolution of complex cross-functional issues to support successful project execution.
- Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned, standardization, and the adoption of best practices across projects, regions, and engineering disciplines.
- Engage with key MS stakeholder groups within Microsoft as well as outside vendors who specialize in datacenter architecture and engineering.
Hiring process
4 interviews
About Microsoft
Microsoft is a global technology company that develops, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products, services, and devices. Founded in 1975, it is one of the world's largest software makers, known for its Windows operating system, Office productivity suite, Azure cloud platform, and LinkedIn professional network. The company employs over 220,000 people worldwide and operates across more than 190 countries.
In Spain, Microsoft has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a hub for engineering, sales, and customer-facing roles. The company is a major employer of international talent in Spain, offering roles in data center operations, cloud engineering, and digital solution consulting. Microsoft's Spanish offices are known for a collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation and work-life balance, making it an attractive destination for international professionals seeking to relocate to Spain.
- Industry
- Cloud and Software
- Founded
- 1975
- Employees
- 100,000+
- Headquarters
- Redmond, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
- Website
- microsoft.com
Good to know if you are moving
- Microsoft offers a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa sponsorship and assistance with work permits in Spain.
- The company's Spanish offices operate in English for many technical roles, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
- Microsoft is consistently ranked among the top employers globally for its compensation, benefits, and career development programs.
- The company has a strong internal mobility culture, allowing employees to move between countries and teams, which is attractive for professionals planning long-term careers.
- Spain is a key market for Microsoft's cloud infrastructure, with data center investments in Madrid and Zaragoza, creating demand for specialized technical roles.
In their own words
Additional information
- 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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Technical Program Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across Spain is € 63,100.00 - € 107,600.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/spain-corporate-pay.html
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,requesting accommodations.
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