• Technical Recruiter, Data Centers

    Microsoft Corporation (Redmond, WA)


    Overview

     

    As a Technical Recruiter, Data Centers supporting Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) and Data Centers, you will play a critical role in attracting, engaging, and hiring top talent that enables Microsoft to design, build, and operate one of the world’s largest and most advanced cloud infrastructures. CO+I is the engine that powers the Microsoft Cloud, supporting Azure, Office 365, and other global services relied on by 95% of Fortune 500 companies.

     

    This role demands creativity, precision, and a deep understanding of the competitive landscape. You’ll drive differentiated sourcing strategies, refine hiring bar calibration, and support storytelling that resonates with candidates from industry-leading companies.

     

    Do what you love. Create the future you want. Explore the career options that CO+I has to offer.

    You may be a fit for this role if you:

    + Thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments where agility and adaptability are key.

    + Enjoy working in a mission-driven culture where protecting customers is at the heart of everything.

    + Are passionate about data centers and excited to help shape the teams building the future of our cloud infrastructure.

    + Apply deep knowledge of business and hiring manager needs (e.g., time to hire, location, compensation) to guide end-to-end hiring plans aligned to CO+I's goals.

     

    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.

    Responsibilities

    Responsibilities:

    Stakeholder/Client Engagement

    + Use data and metrics, along with a deep understanding of long-term business needs, to advise on talent gaps and hiring strategies.

    + Apply deep knowledge of business and hiring manager needs (e.g., time to hire, location, compensation) to guide end-to-end hiring plans aligned to Microsoft Security’s goals.

    + Consult on critical talent needs and influence leaders to embrace differentiated and non-traditional talent pools.

    Data Analysis & Hiring Plans

    + Analyze relevant data and trends to provide insight and set plans to meet hiring goals.

    + Lead the implementation of hiring plans for complex organizations or talent pools that address both short- and long-term needs (12+ months).

    Candidate Attraction

    + Use deep knowledge of competitor opportunities to differentiate Microsoft’s unique career possibilities and rewards.

    + Share compelling stories that help others source, recruit, and close candidates.

    + Track candidate activity and share insights with internal stakeholders.

    Candidate Experience

    + Develop hiring plans that meet candidate needs throughout the lifecycle, especially for critical, complex, or high-level searches.

    + Own the candidate experience and proactively identify and mitigate risks to ensure a positive journey.

    Operational Compliance & Excellence

    + Lead optimization of policies, systems, and processes, and guide stakeholders on their impact.

    + Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with guidelines (e.g., OFCCP, GDPR), and leverage data to inform insights.

    Other

    + Embody our culture and values

    Qualifications

    Required/minimum qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree AND 4+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, data centers, or industry experience related to role

    + OR equivalent experience.

    Additional or preferred qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree AND 8+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role

    + OR Master's Degree AND 6+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role

    + OR equivalent experience

     

    Talent Acquisition IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $85,100 - $169,800 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 $112,000 - $185,300 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. (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html)