Microsoft · 21 hours ago
Technical Principal Program Manager
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $275K/yr
6+ years expMicrosoft is a leading technology company that is shaping how value is generated from AI innovations. They are seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to drive monetization initiatives within their Commerce Org, focusing on executing complex programs and collaborating across teams to enhance user experiences.
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Responsibilities
Own and drive complex technical programs across the core phases of initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & control, closure, and change management
Translate business and product vision into actionable plans, driving execution and accountability in partnership with engineering, product, UX, data science, and business teams, including initiatives that turn user intent into trusted commercial outcomes
Lead agile execution across sprints, backlogs, and milestones with a results oriented style, ensuring operational rigor, delivery discipline, and execution predictability across global, distributed teams
Define program vision, support strategy, and drive execution plans in collaboration with crossfunctional teams, supporting Commerce as it evolves into an orchestration layer across experiences
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project and program risks, providing datadriven recommendations to stakeholders
Manage dependencies and ensure timely delivery of program milestones across interconnected systems and partners
Collaborate across areas to gather and prioritize requirements, scope engagements, and align resources with commitments
Partner and influence engineering, product, UX, data science, and business teams to deliver complex technical solutions across surfaces and scenarios
Define and monitor key metrics (e.g., latency, throughput, quality scores, revenue impact) in partnership with cross-functional teams to guide program priorities and evaluate success
Develop success criteria and build relationships to drive implementation across highly complex, cross-functional initiatives
Provide program updates and risks to leadership, translating complex issues into actionable, business-aligned narratives
Establish clear visibility into progress, priorities, and KPIs, ensuring Leadership Team and partner teams are informed and aligned
Communicate effectively across technical and executive audiences
Embody and promote Microsoft culture and values in all interactions and initiatives
Demonstrate coachability, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years 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
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree AND 12+ years experience engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development + OR equivalent experience
8+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
1+ year(s) of experience reading and/or writing code (e.g., sample documentation, product demos)
4+ years of hands-on experience in monetization, advertising, or commerce in a technical or program management capacity (e.g., ads platforms, search monetization, e-commerce, marketplace dynamics or building cross-platform user experiences)
Demonstrated success influencing and collaborating with executive leadership (VP/CVP level), with ability to communicate effectively across technical and business audiences
Strong program management fundamentals: roadmap planning, dependency management, risk mitigation, stakeholder communication, and execution tracking
Experience in Monetization, Commerce, or consumer-facing platforms
Background supporting consumer or business experiences at scale, across web, mobile, or AI-driven surfaces
Exposure to agentic or automation-driven systems, such as orchestration layers, intelligent workflows, or systems that translate user intent into actions or outcomes
Benefits
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Company
Microsoft
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