Microsoft has an innovative corporate culture and a strong product development focus that is designed to keep us on the leading edge of the industry. We believe that our employees are the company's most important asset. They are the source of our creative ingenuity and success so we empower each staff member to take initiative in solving problems, coming up with new ideas and improving the organisation.

Microsoft values diversity and respects each person's individuality

When you sell software to 180 million people, in 70 countries, speaking 150 languages, you can't afford to have a singular point of view. Microsoft employs people from many nationalities and backgrounds - from computer science to aeronautical engineering, fashion design, animal activism and the priesthood. The average age of our employees is a relatively young 34, which helps foster an open-minded, forward-thinking outlook.

At Microsoft we have made a corporate commitment to the principle of diversity. We believe that diversity enriches our performance and our products, the communities in which we live and work, and the lives of our employees. As our workforce evolves to reflect the growing diversity of our communities and global marketplace, our efforts to understand, value and incorporate differences become increasingly important.

We have established a number of initiatives to promote diversity within our own organisation, including education and training programs that provide employees with the awareness, skills, knowledge and ability to embrace differences. The programs also communicate the importance of a respectful work environment in maximising the performance of every employee. Microsoft employs a diverse workforce representing a broad range of cultural, linguistic, socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds including disabled employees and people from all corners of the globe.

We are proudly an equal opportunity employer.

The following sections outline more information about the culture and values of Microsoft:

Who we look for Microsoft attracts creative people from all types of backgrounds, bringing together passion and new ideas to meet challenges and realise their potential. Find out about the values Microsoft looks for in new employees.

Diversity Microsoft has made a firm corporate commitment to the principle of diversity and respects each person's individuality. Read more about what this means for you.

Community Spirit Amazing things can happen when the right people, tools and resources come together. Discover how Microsoft and its employees are significantly contributing to the local and international community.

Work/Life Balance Microsoft is firmly committed to creating a healthy, flexible, and productive work environment that allows employees to engage in a challenging career while balancing their work/life needs.

Women in IT Microsoft is proudly an equal opportunity employer of women and actively seeks to ensure our workforce embraces excellence in gender diversity.

Parents in Workforce Microsoft supports parents in the workforce by having flexible and convenient programs in place to ensure you can have balance between your family and your career.

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For additional information on Microsoft Corporation's values and culture, please visit www.microsoft.com/mscorp/ (US link).