HQ Function

Serves as the central hub for Microsoft's global operations, including executive leadership, core product development, research, engineering, marketing, and corporate strategy.

Notable Features:

Expansive, modern campus spanning over 500 acres with numerous buildings, state-of-the-art research labs, the Microsoft Visitor Center, employee amenities like sports fields and dining commons ('The Commons'), and extensive green spaces. The campus is designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

Work Culture:

Emphasizes a 'growth mindset,' encouraging learning, collaboration, diversity, and inclusion. Microsoft offers flexible and hybrid work models, with a focus on employee well-being and continuous development. The culture is dynamic, driven by innovation and customer obsession.

HQ Significance:

The Redmond campus is a symbol of Microsoft's evolution from a software startup to one of the world's most influential technology companies. It's the nerve center for its global decision-making and product innovation, impacting billions of users worldwide.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus design and operations reflect Microsoft's values of innovation, sustainability (many buildings are LEED certified), accessibility, collaboration, and employee well-being. Open workspaces, natural light, and green building technologies are prominent.

Location:

Microsoft operates worldwide, with offices and data centers in over 190 countries. Its global functions include research and development, sales and marketing, cloud infrastructure operations (Azure global regions), manufacturing and supply chain (for devices like Surface and Xbox), customer service and support, and localized product development. This extensive network enables Microsoft to serve its diverse customer base, from individual consumers to multinational corporations and governments, across different geographies and markets.

Street Address:

One Microsoft Way

City:

Redmond

State/Province:

Washington

Country:

USA