Data Engineer

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud. Within CO&I, the Global Project Controls (GPC) team is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business. The MS portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services.  

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Engineer to join our team.  The ideal candidate will have a proven background in data governance, master data management, and experience in the EPC (Engineering Procurement and Construction) sector.  The Data Engineer is responsible for Global Project Controls (GPC) data governance activities and will require an effective partnership with our Engineering team. 

The role will require defining and executing plans for organizational initiatives and objectives related to data cataloging; data classification; auditing data entitlements and access; data discovery; data sharing and collaboration; data lineage; as well as data security and data quality that will support our cost, planning, risk and estimating teams within our GPC team.  With the implementation of a comprehensive data governance system, we expect our EPC team to experience increased operational efficiency and reduced costs; improved productivity and faster decision-making; enhanced collaboration and value realization; enhanced security and privacy; and better compliance with industry regulations and standards.

This role is located either in one or all hub locations - Atlanta, GA, Redmond, WA, San Antonio, TX, Phoenix, AZ, or Washington DC. Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidates must relocate or reside within 50 miles of the hub office location. This role is eligible for hybrid, up to 100% from home.

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