Principal Product Management Manager | Microsoft Careers

Microsoft

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$139,900–$274,800 / yr
Posted
today
Closes
Dec 14, 2026

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Above market

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This role $207k
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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · Principal Product Management Manager | Microsoft Careers

As a Principal Program Manager at Azure High Performance Computing & Artificial Intelligence (HPC & AI) compute platform team, you will lead a portfolio of AI and GPU Azure VM product families, focusing on simulations, machine learning, inference, remote visualization, and gaming. Your day-to-day responsibilities include mentoring and growing a Product Management and Technical Product Management team, collaborating with core engineering teams to deliver optimized Azure VM offerings, engaging with customer stakeholders to understand their needs, and leading cross-group partnerships across diverse development teams. Success in this role requires expertise in computing, networking, storage, software ecosystems, and strategic communication, as well as deep knowledge of AI hardware technology trends and the ability to influence its development to meet emerging customer demands.

What you'll do

  • Manage a portfolio of AI and GPU Azure VM families optimized for various workloads.
  • Mentor and grow a Product Management team focused on customer needs and product delivery.
  • Define roadmaps and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver high-quality Azure VM offerings.
  • Engage directly with customers to understand their workload requirements and align on product offerings.
  • Lead cross-group partnerships across diverse development teams within Microsoft.
  • Align senior leaders on product strategies, secure support, and drive clear execution of deliverables.

What we're looking for

  • 12+ years experience in product/service/program management or software development.
  • 3+ years people management experience with a proven track record of leadership.
  • 6+ years experience improving product metrics and disrupting markets.
  • Deep knowledge of compute workloads including simulations, machine learning, inference, remote visualization, and gaming.
  • Comfortable working at the intersection of hardware architectures and software tools across various technologies.
  • Proven ability to define product strategies and deliver AI offerings in a fast-paced environment.
  • Growth-mindset with strong analytical skills and adaptability to changing priorities.

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