Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the Infrastructure Planning and Acquisition organization. CO+I is responsible for planning, building and operating Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure datacenters across the globe. The organizational scope includes demand and supply planning, business operations and strategic acquisition and prepositioning across land, power, and networking. To help us accelerate our growth objectives and transformation, we are looking for a capable Senior Program Manager. As part of this organization, you will be part of a rapidly growing business, enable global impact, and drive strategic execution on our key initiatives. The successful candidate will bring a demonstrated background in program management, cloud technology, and strategic planning to drive the development and execution of initiatives that align with the organization's goals. If you are a strategic thinker, possess managing complex workstreams and processes, and have a passion for technology and innovation, this role is for you!

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Determines and leads process improvements to quickly scope insights. Ensures alignment between internal stakeholders to land infrastructure global plan (Energy, land acquisition and network)

• Collaborates with others to ensure data integrity and identify opportunities through automation.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive reporting system and tools to inform strategic decision-making.

• Collaborates with others to track, coordinate, and communicate end-to-end project schedules for multiple feature areas.

• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams and leading initiatives from conception to completion.

• Lead cross-functional v-teams to execute complex, multi-faceted programs and projects related to cloud infrastructure globally.

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Other

• Embody our culture (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/culture) and values (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree AND 4+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development

• OR equivalent experience.

• 2+ years experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.

Other Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree AND 8+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience.

• 6+ years experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.

• 2+ year(s) experience reading and/or writing code (e.g., VBA, SQL, Python, ).

• 4+ years in running complex projects at a global scale.

• 1+ year(s) experience reading and/or writing code (e.g., sample documentation, product demos).

Technical Program Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $117,200 - $229,200 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $153,600 - $250,200 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 31, 2024.

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