Principal Technical Program Manager | Microsoft Careers

Microsoft

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$142,800–$274,800 / yr
Posted
7 days ago
Closes
Dec 6, 2026
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

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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

Microsoft currently has 1577 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Principal Technical Program Manager | Microsoft Careers

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The Principal Technical Program Manager role within Microsoft’s Office of the CTO (OCTO) is responsible for leading Simultaneous Shipping initiatives for a strategic AI partnership. This high-visibility position involves orchestrating complex global releases, ensuring alignment across engineering, product, compliance, and partner teams to deliver high-quality experiences worldwide. The TPM will work closely with key external partners and internal stakeholders to drive synchronized delivery and readiness, requiring strong judgment, coordination, and execution skills in an environment of significant scale and ambiguity. Key responsibilities include program leadership, cross-company and partner coordination, global release readiness management, operational excellence, and stakeholder communication. Success in this role demands expertise in conflict resolution, strategic thinking, technical domain knowledge, and proficiency with AI tools to accelerate execution and improve operational effectiveness.

Skills

Azure Kubernetes Docker CI/CD GitHub Python JavaScript PostgreSQL MongoDB AWS GCP Terraform GitLab Prometheus Grafana Jenkins Ansible DevOps Scrum

What you'll do

  • Lead end-to-end SimShip program execution for a strategic AI partnership.
  • Drive clarity in ambiguous environments by creating structured plans for predictable delivery.
  • Manage dependencies across multiple systems, services, and teams for coordinated global releases.
  • Own readiness across localization, regulatory compliance, service health, and performance dimensions.
  • Define and track key operations metrics to drive continuous improvements in release processes.
  • Influence decision-making through data-driven insights and transparent updates on program status.

What we're looking for

  • Experience leading complex global releases and SimShip for AI products.
  • Strong technical background and ability to engage in architectural discussions.
  • Proven track record of operating effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
  • Ability to drive clarity, prioritization, and alignment across diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience managing dependencies and coordinating delivery across multiple teams.

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