> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1774110-data-center-operations-management-ic4](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1774110-data-center-operations-management-ic4). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Operations Management IC4 - **Company:** Microsoft - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Salary:** $84,400.0 - $168,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Online Services, Data Centers, Microsoft Data Access Components, Microsoft Software, Information Technology, Network Server - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/da4863c5-eef2-4e36-aed1-96b3b338aeea ## About the Role * High School Diploma or equivalent AND 1+ years industry experience + OR 2+ years industry experience and college course work. Background Check Requirements: Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This position requires verification of U.S. citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions. Specifically, this position supports United States federal, state, and/or local United States government agency customers and is subject to certain citizenship-based restrictions where required or permitted by applicable law. To meet this legal requirement, citizenship will be verified via a valid passport. 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. While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications: * 2+ years' experience in Critical Environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU) or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling). * Technical College degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field. * Applicable certifications: ASICS/Inventory Control, CompTIA, Microsoft, Network Certifications, PMP, ITIL, CDCP. ## Description As a Microsoft Data Center Program Manager (DCPM), you will perform troubleshooting for service incidents, manage assigned projects to meet service delivery objectives as well escalate to appropriate stakeholders to remove obstacles. You will also follow safety policies and procedures and participate in root cause analysis (RCA) of incidents. This job will allow you to build a solid understanding of data center procedures, engage in collaboration across various teams as well as provide knowledge sharing and collaboration across data centers by sharing effective practices., * Support budget objectives by managing costs responsibly and helping maintain spending within approved guidelines; keep costs reasonable and contribute to staying within budget. * Follow and adhere to safety and security policies and procedures. Report immediately any safety or security issues or concerns. * Perform troubleshooting for service incidents and escalates, as appropriate, to meet SLA/OLAs, with minimal disruption to the client/customer and business. * Recognize potential customer impact of other events and issues (e.g., customer lockdown), communicate potential impact, and plan for impact accordingly. * Proactively review schedules and avoid conflicts when possible. Identify, coordinate, manage expectations, and offer alternatives when defining customer solutions. * Manage relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure that all expectations are clarified, understood, documented, and met. * Suggest ways for reducing the risk of performing maintenance; work with others to accommodate scheduling needs. * In alignment with management priorities, hold self-accountable for the end-to-end service quality, completeness, and resulting customer experience (including but not limited to availability, safety, security, customer service). 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