Principal Technical Program Manager

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

In short

Microsoft Silicon, Cloud Hardware, and Infrastructure Engineering (SCHIE) is looking for a Principal Technical Program Manager to drive enterprise-scale AI adoption and integrate AI capabilities into silicon development. The role involves leading cross-organizational programs, defining strategy, and ensuring predictable execution for Azure Fleet objectives.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Silicon, Firmware, System and Software Engineering teams to understand requirements for data analytics, AI/ML applications, and internal tools.
Lead multiple, interdependent, cross-organizational programs with significant ambiguity, owning outcomes that impact SCHIE strategy.
Drive cross-functional programs integrating AI capabilities into silicon development workflows (architecture, design, verification, validation, bring-up).
Define and influence product, platform, and organizational strategy, driving innovation and establishing scalable processes.
Leverage AI tools to create professional reports, dashboards, and program collateral.
Mentor and sponsor senior TPMs, set quality bars for program management, and raise the standard of TPM execution.
Own end-to-end governance, risk management, and delivery for mission-critical initiatives.
Represent SCHIE internally and externally, shaping strategy and culture.
Serve as a trusted partner to senior and executive leaders, driving alignment on priorities and investments.
Establish repeatable operating models, metrics, and decision frameworks.
Ensure program objectives are understood and met, adapting plans as needed.
Champion diversity, inclusion, and Microsoft values.
Conduct thorough analysis of business and technical requirements, collaborating with stakeholders to prioritize and align with program goals.
Co-develop the technical strategy and predictable program roadmap for internal customers with the Software engineering team.
Act as a liaison for clarifying requirements and facilitating communication between stakeholders and development teams.
Coordinate end-to-end project schedules, including semester plans, milestones, timelines, and releases.
Interact with business users to triage, prioritize, and address feedback.
Define success criteria and foster relationships for implementing features in complex cross-functional projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years of experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience.
3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements.
Must pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.
Must provide proof of citizenship or U.S. permanent residency/protected status for assessment of eligibility to access export-controlled information.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
8+ years’ experience in engineering, technical program management, data analysis, silicon development or product development.
Experience owning strategy and execution for large-scale, cross-organizational programs with executive stakeholders.
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems, or related field.
Ability to build durable program management mechanisms, standards, or platforms adopted across multiple teams or organizations.
Technical depth to engage in architecture discussions, design tradeoffs, and technical decision-making with senior engineers.
Understanding of Silicon and System development lifecycles, milestones, and interdependencies sufficient to drive accurate planning and risk management at scale.
Experience setting quality bars, mentoring senior TPMs, or raising program management standards across an organization.

Benefits

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $142,800 - $274,800 per year.
There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, where the base pay range is USD $188,000 - $304,200 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

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Company

Microsoft

Job Posted

4 days ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Salary

US$142,800–274,800 / year

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

United States

Qualification

Bachelor, Master

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