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Thanks to CTOnews.com netizen Alejandro86 for the clue delivery! CTOnews.com Sept. 26, Microsoft has accelerated the development of artificial intelligence AI business in recent months. At last week's Surface event, the company introduced new features of the Copilot AI tool. However, AI needs a lot of work in the data center, and its high energy consumption is also a headache for many AI companies.

Microsoft is considering using nuclear power to run its large data center, according to a job posting on its website. The company is looking for a "chief project manager for nuclear technology" to lead the potential integration of small modular reactors (SMR) and microreactors.

The job description shows that the person's task is to develop strategies and roadmaps for adopting nuclear technology, selecting partners and assessing business impact.

The task of this senior position is to lead the technical assessment of the integration of SMR and microreactors to power the data center where Microsoft's cloud and artificial intelligence are located. They will maintain a clear and adaptable roadmap for technology integration, carefully select and manage technology partners and solutions, and continuously assess the business impact of progress and implementation.

CTOnews.com Note: SMR is a smaller, simpler nuclear fission plant that can be produced on a large scale and is easier to locate than conventional nuclear reactors. Although there are no commercial small reactors in operation, Microsoft seems to be interested in its compact size and carbon-free power generation. Because data centers are the main energy consumers, Microsoft is looking for ways to reduce costs and environmental footprints.

However, there are still many problems in the deployment of small and medium-sized reactors. The technology is still under development and faces regulatory hurdles. Locating nuclear facilities near data centres could also raise security concerns. As a result, Microsoft is looking for people who have experience in energy and understand regulations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the energy industry and have an in-depth understanding of nuclear technology and regulatory issues. The position will also be responsible for the research and development of other pre-commercial energy technologies.

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