Principal Product Manager, Data Science & Market Research

Microsoft

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $142,800–$274,800 / yr
Posted: 38 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Jan 31, 2027
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 Manager, Data Science & Market Research

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As a Principal Product Manager, Data Science & Market Research on the Windows Platform & Developer team, you will lead data science and market research efforts to inform platform strategy, developer ecosystem investments, and competitive positioning. You will define the research agenda, build analytical frameworks to track platform health and developer adoption, and deliver actionable intelligence regarding framework trends and enterprise modernization. Your daily work involves partnering with engineering and product teams to define KPIs, instrument telemetry, and create dashboards for data-informed decision-making. You will conduct primary and secondary research, including surveys and competitive analysis, to translate complex data into narratives for senior leadership. Key skills include quantitative analysis of large datasets, experience with Power BI, Kusto, or Azure Data Explorer, and a deep understanding of the Windows developer ecosystem, including Win32, .NET, and WinUI frameworks.

What does a Product Manager earn in Washington?

Median $207000 from 56 postings across 17 companies.

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Skills

Data Science Market Research Quantitative Analysis Power BI Kusto Azure Data Explorer Telemetry Systems Data Visualization Win32 .NET WinUI Cross-platform Frameworks Competitive Intelligence Analytics Platforms

What you'll do

Define and own the data science and market research strategy for the Windows Platform & Developer organization.
Build analytical frameworks to track platform health, developer adoption, and competitive positioning against other operating systems.
Deliver actionable market intelligence on developer trends, framework adoption, and enterprise modernization patterns.
Partner with engineering and product teams to define KPIs, instrument telemetry, and build data-driven dashboards.
Lead primary and secondary research including developer surveys, competitive analysis, and win/loss studies.
Translate complex data into compelling narratives for senior leadership to support investment decisions and roadmap prioritization.
Engage with developers, enterprise customers, and partners to validate hypotheses and gather real-world signals.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience in product/service/program management or software development.
Ability to pass Microsoft Cloud background checks every two years.
Experience in data science, market research, or strategic analytics within a platform or developer-focused organization.
Strong quantitative skills to design research, analyze large datasets, and extract actionable insights.
Ability to translate complex data into product strategy and executive-ready recommendations for diverse audiences.
Experience with developer platforms, tools, application frameworks, or the Windows developer ecosystem.
Familiarity with telemetry systems, experimentation frameworks, or BI/analytics platforms like Power BI or Kusto.
Background in competitive intelligence, market sizing, or ecosystem analysis for technology platforms.

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