HQ Function

Serves as the global nerve center for operations, strategic decision-making, research, and product development for Microsoft's worldwide business.

Notable Features:

An expansive, multi-building campus featuring modern architecture, extensive green spaces, sports facilities, on-site dining, the Microsoft Visitor Center, and The Commons (a retail and services hub for employees).

Work Culture:

Characterized by innovation, collaboration, and a strong engineering focus. Microsoft promotes a growth mindset, diversity, and inclusion, with various initiatives for employee well-being and professional development.

HQ Significance:

Represents Microsoft's journey from a software startup to a global technology powerhouse and is a major landmark in the tech industry, attracting top talent worldwide and driving technological advancements.

Values Reflected in HQ: Innovation (state-of-the-art labs and research facilities), sustainability (LEED-certified buildings, commitment to carbon negativity), collaboration (open and flexible workspaces), and employee focus (comprehensive amenities and wellness programs).

Location:

Microsoft maintains a significant global footprint with offices, research labs, and data centers in over 190 countries. This extensive network supports worldwide sales, marketing, research and development, customer service, and operations for its comprehensive suite of products and services including Azure cloud, Microsoft 365, Windows, Xbox, and AI solutions like Copilot, enabling digital transformation for customers globally.

Street Address:

One Microsoft Way

City:

Redmond

State/Province:

Washington

Country:

USA