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Partner Enablement Program Manager

Technology, Data & Digital · Product & Design · Product Management · Data Engineering

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In short

Manage technical relationships with server hardware ecosystem partners, driving readiness and enablement for Windows platform releases. Contribute to the development of AI-powered enablement tools by translating partner feedback into actionable insights and participating in product roadmap discussions.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for assigned server hardware ecosystem partners (OEMs, ODMs, IHVs, silicon vendors), driving readiness, onboarding, and technical enablement for Windows platform releases.
  • Coordinate across Microsoft engineering, support, and product teams to resolve partner blockers, accelerate device/solution quality, and drive partner outcomes.
  • Build and maintain solid relationships with partner engineering teams, representing Microsoft in technical engagements and navigating across groups and levels.
  • Translate partner feedback, pain points, and usage patterns into actionable insights for internal platforms and product teams.
  • Manage multiple partner engagements simultaneously, tracking progress, risks, and deliverables with a data-driven approach.
  • Contribute to the product roadmap for internal AI-powered enablement tools by channeling real-world partner scenarios, supporting feature validation, and helping define success metrics.
  • Participate in sprint planning, feature prioritization, and iteration cycles to continuously improve scalable, self-service partner enablement experiences.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 2+ years experience in relevant technical domain (e.g., cloud services, security), technical sales, marketing, product management, customer support, or cross-group/cross-functional engineering.
  • OR equivalent experience.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects and cross-team stakeholder relationships.
  • Experience with server hardware technologies or platform services.
  • Experience working with server hardware ecosystem partners (OEMs, ODMs, IHVs, or silicon vendors).
  • Familiarity with Windows platform technologies, device development, or certification processes.
  • Experience with AI/ML technologies, platform services, or data-driven decision making.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and communicate effectively across organizational boundaries.
  • 1+ year(s) of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
  • 2+ years experience in a partner-facing or customer-facing technical role.

Benefits

  • The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $102,100 - $202,200 per year.
  • In San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is USD $133,800 - $219,200 per year.
  • Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
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Company

Microsoft

Job Posted

3 weeks ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

Hybrid

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

United States

Qualification

Bachelor

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