Senior Program Manager

Job Description:

Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is seeking a senior program manager to support the Infrastructure Planning and Acquisition organization. CO+I is responsible for planning, building and operating Microsoft's cloud infrastructure datacenters across the globe. The organizational scope includes demand and supply planning, business operations and strategic acquisition and prepositioning across land, power, and networking. To help us accelerate our growth objectives and transformation, we are looking for a effective senior program manager. As part of this organization, you will be part of a rapidly growing business, enable global impact, and drive strategic execution on our key initiatives. The successful candidate will bring a capeable background in program management, cloud technology, and strategic planning to drive the development and execution of initiatives that align with the organization's goals. If you are a strategic thinker, possess exceptional expertise managing complex workstreams, and have a passion for technology and innovation, this role is for you.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond

Required/ Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree AND 4+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience.
• 2+ years experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.

Other Requirements

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check:

• This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree AND 8+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience.
• 6+ years experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.

Technical Program Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $112,000 - $218,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within he San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $145,800 - $238,600 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

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 16, 2024.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

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Responsibilities:

• Determines and leads process improvements to quickly scope insights. Ensures alignment between the customer, the market, internal stakeholders, and the goals of and strategy of Microsoft.

• Collaborates with others (e.g., Engineering, Marketing, Design) to ensure that they can satisfy customer requirements. Evaluates the opportunity to determine for greatest value to the business.

• Makes adjustments or course corrections when projects are not aligned to schedules or goals.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decision-making.

• Collaborates with others to track, coordinate, and communicate end-to-end project schedules for multiple feature areas (e.g., product, service). Works with others to establish and monitor processes and helps hold stakeholders accountable for following the established schedule and processes.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams and leading initiatives from conception to completion.

• Synthesizes findings within workstream and identifies links to broader strategic efforts for content and external facing thought leadership. Carries out related reporting and exception management as required.

• Lead cross-functional v-teams to execute complex, multi-faceted programs and projects related to cloud infrastructure.

• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

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