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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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The Technical Program Manager joins the US Commercial Industries Office of the CTO to transform complex business challenges into scalable AI solutions. This role involves driving large, cross-organizational programs from concept to delivery, establishing governance models, and managing project schedules across divisional boundaries. You will identify root problems, define program goals, and influence prioritization by aligning technical execution with business outcomes. Key responsibilities include leading business case development, managing risks, and designing scalable technical architectures. You will utilize data, telemetry, automation, and AI-driven insights to monitor performance through KPIs. Required competencies include managing technical programs, orchestration of application development lifecycles, and experience in vertical industries like Manufacturing, Healthcare, or Retail. You must demonstrate executive presence, problem-solving skills, and the ability to support sales organizations.
What does a Technical Program Manager earn?
Median $190350 from 261 postings across 48 companies.
Drive execution of large, cross-organizational programs from initial concept through final delivery.
Establish and optimize processes, governance models, and operational rhythms to improve organizational efficiency.
Partner with engineering, product, and security teams to deliver integrated customer and business solutions.
Identify strategic opportunities across products and platforms to accelerate innovation and business impact.
Leverage data, telemetry, and AI-driven insights to identify trends and inform decision-making.
Lead business case development, risk management, and tradeoff discussions to drive executive alignment.
Monitor solution performance through KPIs and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement actions.
Champion responsible AI, security, privacy, and compliance standards across all initiatives.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development (or equivalent).
2+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development (preferred).
6+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects (preferred).
1+ year(s) of experience reading and/or writing code (preferred).
Experience in vertical industries such as Financial, Insurance, Manufacturing, Healthcare, or Retail (preferred).
Experience supporting a sales organization (preferred).
Demonstrable architecture, design, implementation, and/or support of complex application architectures (preferred).
Electromechanical Systems
Drive Systems
Actuators
PCBA
Sensors
Power Electronics
Control Systems
Motion Control
Embedded Electronics
Product Development Lifecycle
Manufacturing Processes
Visual Design Tools
System Engineering
Hardware Project Management
Augmented Reality
Lens Studio
Version Control
DOE
Materials Planning
Product Specifications
Test Plans
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Hardware Build Management
System Integration