HQ Function

Serves as the primary center for global strategy, software development, research, product innovation, and corporate administration for all of Microsoft's worldwide operations.

Notable Features:

The campus is known for its extensive facilities including numerous buildings, green spaces, sports fields, the Microsoft Visitor Center, The Commons (a retail and dining hub), and advanced research labs. It's designed like a small city to accommodate its large workforce.

Work Culture:

Microsoft's Redmond campus fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth. It emphasizes a growth mindset, diversity, and inclusion, offering employees numerous amenities, learning opportunities, and a dynamic environment geared towards technological advancement.

HQ Significance:

The Redmond campus is significant not only as Microsoft's birthplace and central command but also as a symbol of technological innovation in the Pacific Northwest and a major hub in the global tech industry.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus design and operations reflect Microsoft's values of innovation, sustainability (with LEED-certified buildings and green initiatives), community, and empowering employees.

Location:

Microsoft operates globally with offices and data centers in over 190 countries. Its global presence supports sales, marketing, customer service, research and development, cloud infrastructure (Azure regions worldwide), and localized product offerings to serve customers and partners across diverse markets. This includes major hubs in the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Africa.

Street Address:

One Microsoft Way

City:

Redmond

State/Province:

Washington

Country:

USA