- Company: Microsoft
- Location: Sydney, New South Wales
- Salary: Pay not listed
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Senior Energy & Transmission Program Manager at Microsoft - Sydney, New South Wales
What This Role Involves
The Senior Energy & Transmission Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing energy and transmission programs that support the full lifecycle of Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure. This includes site selection, development, and operations in our global footprint which consists of over 400 datacenters across 34 countries, supported by more than 165,000 miles of fiber optic cable.
Core Duties
- Oversee the implementation and management of energy and transmission programs to support global cloud infrastructure operations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and facilities to ensure seamless integration of energy and transmission solutions.
- Analyze data and trends related to energy consumption and transmission to identify opportunities for optimization and cost reduction.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines for energy and transmission projects.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards related to energy management and transmission.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Energy & Transmission Program Manager who has a proven track record in managing complex energy and transmission programs within the tech industry. Key responsibilities include:
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in energy management, program management, or related field.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams effectively.
- Demonstrated success in developing and implementing energy efficiency programs.
- Experience working with large-scale infrastructure projects and datacenters.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
More About Microsoft
Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (COI) team is dedicated to the full lifecycle of our cloud infrastructure, from site selection through development and operations. Our global network includes more than 400 datacenters in 34 countries, supported by over 165,000 miles of fiber optic cable. These facilities are central to Microsoft Azure’s success.
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Sydney is the capital city of the state of New South Wales, and the most populous city in Australia. Located on Australia's east coast, the metropolis surrounds Sydney Harbour and extends about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from the Pacific Ocean in the east to the Blue Mountains in the west, and about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the Hawkesbury River in the north and north-west, to the Royal National Park and Macarthur in the south and south-west. Greater Sydney consists of 658 suburbs, spread across 33 local government areas. Residents of the city are colloquially k
New South Wales is a state on the east coast of Australia. It borders Queensland to the north, Victoria to the south, and South Australia to the west. Its coast borders the Coral and Tasman Seas to the east. The Australian Capital Territory and Jervis Bay Territory are enclaves within the state. New South Wales' state capital is Sydney, which is also Australia's most populous city. As of September
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- Role Senior Energy & Transmission Program Manager
- Employer Microsoft
- Location Sydney, New South Wales
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted August 18, 2026
- Apply by September 17, 2026
- Country Australia
- Overview Full job description on this page (318 words)
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