Senior Technical Program Manager

Microsoft

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
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Salary
$119,800–$234,700 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Mar 28, 2027

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $194k
This role $177k
$106k most similar roles pay here $248k

This role pays less than 67% of similar roles. Most pay $174,950–$213,375 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $177k versus about $194k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Microsoft

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 518 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $119,800–$234,700 across 505 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Technical Program Manager

As a Senior Technical Program Manager within the Silicon, Cloud Hardware, and Infrastructure Engineering team, you will lead hardware server platform development for Azure cloud technologies. You will manage a virtual team of functional leads across hardware and software engineering, sourcing, supply chain, networking, and datacenter operations to establish a clear Plan-of-Record and meet critical milestones. Your daily work involves driving cross-functional product development strategies, identifying technical risks, and managing the transition from new hardware concepts to scalable solutions. You will utilize program management tools and communication methods to ensure alignment across stakeholders while navigating ambiguity in complex projects. The role requires expertise in hardware development and manufacturing processes, as well as experience with optics switch systems. You will solve problems related to high-volume infrastructure deployment, ensuring all components meet technical requirements for cloud scale.

What does a Technical Program Manager earn?

Median $190350 from 179 postings across 31 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Lead virtual teams of hardware, software, sourcing, and supply chain engineers to establish a clear Plan-of-Record for new products.
  • Drive the development, planning, and execution of holistic cross-functional product launch strategies for cloud hardware.
  • Identify technical risks and manage mitigation efforts during the new product introduction process.
  • Communicate project status and risk escalations to senior management to support high-level decision-making.
  • Ensure cross-functional alignment by tracking milestones and ensuring readiness for data center infrastructure deployments.
  • Manage complex project schedules and remove roadblocks to ensure products are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Develop and operationalize processes to improve organizational effectiveness in meeting business goals.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development.
  • 2+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
  • Ability to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check.
  • BS in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical) or a Master's degree in engineering or related discipline (preferred).
  • 7+ years of experience in a leadership role driving technical HW + SW projects from requirements through launch (preferred).
  • 3+ years of experience providing communications and program updates at an executive level (preferred).
  • Experience with Optics Switch systems (preferred).
  • Supplier management experience for ODMs, SIs, and IHVs (preferred).

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