senior operations Data Center Engineer ic · Posted May 18, 2026

About this role

Microsoft is hiring a senior-level Data Center Engineer in the operations function based in Newport, United Kingdom. The posting calls out experience with Azure, Incident Response, Cloud Computing.

Role
Data Center Engineer
Function
operations
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Newport, United Kingdom
Department
Critical Environment Ops
Posted
May 18, 2026

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Job description

from Microsoft careers
Overview
As a Senior Critical Environment Technician (CET) in Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) team, you will maintain the critical infrastructure that keeps our Datacenters up and running. This could be anything from coordinating with supplier/vendors, working closely with Management to address operational, risk and safety situations, mentoring other CE Technicians, having a hands-on understanding on how critical environment equipment works, performing various types of maintenance, responding to onsite incidents while coordinating with other critical facilities professionals, and using telemetry and other platforms to monitor equipment performance and operations. 
 
Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I Critical Environment Technician, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development of all employees and offers training and opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion training and events, and professional certifications. 
 
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