Principal Technical Program Manager - AI Network Acceleration

Join Microsoft's Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) team as a Principal Technical Program Manager focusing on AI Network Acceleration. This role is crucial in driving innovation in AI network deployment for data centers, enabling seamless configuration of critical network components within Microsoft's Azure cloud infrastructure.

The position requires a strategic leader who can significantly reduce deployment cycle times through process optimization and effective management of network dependencies. You'll work at the intersection of AI and cloud infrastructure, contributing to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.

As a Principal TPM, you'll collaborate with multi-faceted teams, including full-time employees and vendor staff, bringing technical depth and experience in delivering bare metal infrastructure at scale. The role demands excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as you'll partner with colleagues across geographic and organizational boundaries.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $137,600 - $267,000 per year (higher in SF Bay Area and NYC), along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. You'll be part of Microsoft's innovative AI Platform services team, working on technologies that revolutionize how people interact with their environments.

Key responsibilities include developing deployment strategies, managing cross-functional projects, and ensuring alignment with data center timelines. You'll need 6+ years of relevant experience, strong technical program management skills, and the ability to drive broad initiatives across the organization.

This is an opportunity to shape the future of AI infrastructure at one of the world's leading technology companies, working with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to critical cloud operations. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to make a lasting impact on Microsoft's cloud infrastructure.