Cambridge, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$74k–$121k/yr
Overview At Microsoft Research, we are shaping the future of AI infrastructure by pursuing high-risk and high-reward programs that will define the next generation of AI platforms. Our work spans the full stack, models, s…
Skills: Technical Program Management, AI Infrastructure Design, Product Roadmap Development, Cross-functional Leadership, Vendor Management
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$74k–$121k/yr
Overview At Microsoft Research, we are shaping the future of AI infrastructure by pursuing high-risk and high-reward programs that will define the next generation of AI platforms. Our work spans the full stack, models, s…
Skills: Co-packaged Optics, Advanced Packaging, 2.5D/3D Integration, Optical Coupling, Fiber Attach
Gurugram, Haryana, India · Hybrid
Overview Are you insatiably curious and do you lean into uncertainty, take risks, and learn quickly from? Are you passionate about cybersecurity? Do you enjoy working on a high-performing, fast-paced sales team? Are you …
Skills: Cloud Security Architecture, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, XDR, Zero Trust
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan · Hybrid
Overview Public Sectorは官公庁、自治体、教育、ヘルスケア（製薬、病院）、そして日本の防衛分野まで幅広い分野のサブインダストリーをみています。そのすべてにおいて日本のパートナー様（SIer/ISV)との協業は不可欠です。特に日本の公共分野のクラウド化が遅れた原因は日本のSierなどのベンダーロックインや、ISVのクラウド化の遅れなどの原因も指摘されており、マイクロソフトにおいての公共領域においてパートナー様とトランス…
Skills: Business Development, Partner Relationship Management, Public Sector Strategy, Solution Sales, Strategic Planning
Gurugram, Haryana, India · Hybrid
Overview Are you insatiably curious and do you lean into uncertainty, take risks, and learn quickly from? Are you passionate about cybersecurity? Do you enjoy working on a high-performing, fast-paced sales team? Are you …
Skills: Cloud Security Architecture, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, XDR, Zero Trust
Redmond, Washington, United States · Hybrid
$120k–$261k/yr
Overview AI agents are rapidly becoming foundational across industries, transforming how organizations automate workflows, make decisions, and scale productivity. Unlike traditional promptbased systems, modern agents can…
Skills: Backend Engineering, C#, TypeScript, Java, Python
Lisbon, Portugal · Hybrid
$43k–$74k/yr
Overview At Small Medium Enterprises and Channel (SME&C), we are leading a high-growth, AI-powered global sales team—one that is deeply connected to our partners and driven by customer success. By uniting our Small Mediu…
Skills: Customer Relationship Management, Cloud Service Management, Program Management, Delivery Management, Strategic Planning
On-site
$46k–$70k/yr
Overview Business Function Overview: 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 and we need you as a…
Skills: Data Center Operations, Critical Environment Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Root Cause Analysis
Newport, Wales, United Kingdom · On-site
$46k–$80k/yr
Overview Business Function Overview: 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 and we need you as a…
Skills: Data Center Operations, Critical Environment Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Root Cause Analysis
Haarlemmermeer, North Holland, Netherlands · On-site
$42k–$54k/yr
Overview Location: Schiphol As a Microsoft Data Center Technician (DCT), you will develop an understanding of standard processes and procedures for preparing, installing, performing diagnostics, troubleshooting, replacin…
Skills: Computer Hardware, Diagnostics, Troubleshooting, Equipment Installation, Decommissioning
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid
Overview Microsoft Industry Solutions Delivery (ISD) is a global organization of industry and security experts, engineers, data scientists, architects, consultants, and delivery specialists. We partner with strategic cus…
Skills: Generative AI, Agentic Solutions, Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Power Platform
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan · Hybrid
Overview Commercial Executive（CE）は、官公庁・自治体・公共機関のお客様に対し、契約、価格、条件、コンプライアンスを含む 商流全体の責任者として、最適かつ持続可能な商業モデルを設計・交渉・実行するロールです。Account Executive（AE）が「Why Microsoft」を、Specialistが「Why a specific solution」を担う中で、CEは 「How to maximize…
Skills: Commercial Modeling, Contract Negotiation, Public Sector Procurement, Risk Management, Cross-functional Collaboration
Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Hybrid
Overview Join us at the forefront of innovation in Microsoft’s CoreAI Division at Microsoft India Development Center (IDC). CoreAI’s mission is to empower every developer to build the future with AI – we are innovating a…
Skills: Business Operations, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Program Management, Executive Communication
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · Hybrid
Overview Are you a cybersecurity expert with deep knowledge of Microsoft Security including Entra, Defender, Purview, Sentinel, and Agent365, along with a broader foundation of industry technologies? Do you thrive on col…
Skills: Cybersecurity Architecture, C-level Engagement, Cloud-based Solutions Sales, Strategic Planning, Competitive Positioning
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · Hybrid
Overview Microsoft is a place where innovators collaborate to shape what's next. As enterprises accelerate AI-led transformation, Security is foundational to delivering trusted, resilient, and AI-enabled outcomes at scal…
Skills: People Leadership, Sales Strategy, Cyber Security, C-suite Engagement, Pipeline Management
Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Hybrid
Overview Microsoft is a company where passionate innovators come to collaborate, envision what can be and take their careers further. This is a world of more possibilities, more innovation, more openness, and the sky is …
Skills: Distributed Systems, Cloud Services, C#, Java, Python
Redmond, Washington, United States · Hybrid
$120k–$261k/yr
Overview Generative AI is transforming how people create, collaborate, and communicate—redefining productivity across Microsoft 365 for customers worldwide. At Microsoft, we operate one of the largest collaboration and p…
Skills: Efficient AI Inference, GPU Programming, CUDA, PyTorch, C++
Atlanta, Georgia, United States · On-site
$27/hr–$48/hr
Overview As a Microsoft Data Center Technician (DCT) (Locations: Lithia Springs, GA; Palmetto, GA; East Point, GA ), you will develop an understanding of standard processes and procedures for preparing, installing, perfo…
Skills: Hardware Installation, Diagnostics, Troubleshooting, Decommissioning, Cabling Infrastructure
Mountain View, California, United States · Hybrid
$166k–$331k/yr
Overview 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 ou…
Skills: Creative Direction, Visual Communications Strategy, People Management, Brand Storytelling, Campaign Development
Phoenix, Arizona, United States · Hybrid
$131k–$304k/yr
Overview Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers Microsoft’s core cloud platforms and services that millions of people use every day. With more than 95% of Fortune 500 business on Azure, 180 millio…
Skills: Supplier Performance Management, Program Management, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Strategic Planning
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Translate early-stage AI research into shippable cloud products by shaping technical roadmaps and driving execution with engineering teams. Manage external suppliers and align stakeholders to move prototypes through to general availability at cloud scale.
Requires a Master's or PhD in a relevant engineering or science field with 3-5 years of experience in technical program management or product development. Must possess strong communication skills and a basic understanding of optics or photonics.
At Microsoft Research, we are shaping the future of AI infrastructure by pursuing high-risk and high-reward programs that will define the next generation of AI platforms. Our work spans the full stack, models, systems, software, and hardware, and we partner with product teams across Microsoft to turn research breakthroughs into impact at scale. Through close collaboration with industry partners, the team bridges research and production, translating hardware innovation into working prototypes and manufacturable solutions for next-generation AI infrastructure. You will join a multidisciplinary team working at the intersection of optics, electronics, photonics, packaging, networking, and AI system design.
As a Technical Program Manager, you will translate early-stage ideas from Microsoft Research and applied R&D into shippable products and services. You will partner closely with researchers to shape technical concepts into product roadmaps, drive execution alongside Azure engineering teams to bring those capabilities to cloud AI scale, and manage relationships with external hardware and software suppliers to land critical dependencies on time and on spec. You will work on program structure, technical trade-offs, and cross-team alignment from prototype through general availability. This opportunity will allow you to deepen your technical breadth across cutting-edge research and large-scale cloud and AI systems, build an influential network spanning Microsoft Research, Azure, and our supplier ecosystem, and grow as a program leader operating at the intersection of innovation and production.
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.
Required/Minimum Qualifications
Master's or PhD Degree in computer engineering, electrical/electronic engineering, computer science, physics, applied physics, optics/photonics, materials science, or a related field AND 3 to 5 years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development
OR equivalent experience.
3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
Ability to operate effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken, including the skill to clearly communicate technical results and justify assumptions to diverse technical audiences.
Basic understanding of optics and/or photonics, sufficient to engage with researchers and suppliers on technical trade-offs in optical systems.
Additional or Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on research or industry projects related to AI systems design
Knowledge of networking and interconnects, broadly defined — datacenter networking, high-speed interconnects, fabrics, or related areas.
Familiarity with hardware/system simulation or modeling tools.
Knowledge of advanced packaging, co-packaged optics, or memory hierarchies.
Technical Program Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across United Kingdom is £ 73,800.00 - £ 121,300.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
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https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/united-kingdom-corporate-pay.html
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.
Every company has a mission. What's ours? To empower every person and every organization to achieve more. We believe technology can and should be a force for good and that meaningful innovation contributes to a brighter world in the future and today. Our culture doesn’t just encourage curiosity; it embraces it. Each day we make progress together by showing up as our authentic selves. We show up with a learn-it-all mentality. We show up cheering on others, knowing their success doesn't diminish our own. We show up every day open to learning our own biases, changing our behavior, and inviting in differences. Because impact matters. Microsoft operates in 190 countries and is made up of approximately 228,000 passionate employees worldwide.
Offices: 1 Microsoft Way, Redmond, Washington 98052, US · 1 Denison Street, North Sydney, NSW 2060, AU · 1950 Meadowvale Blvd, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 8L9, CA · 39, Quai du Président Roosevelt, Issy-les-Moulineaux, Île-de-France 92130, FR · Walter-Gropius-Straße 5, München, 80807, DE
Every company has a mission. What's ours? To empower every person and every organization to achieve more. We believe technology can and should be a force for good and that meaningful innovation contributes to a brighter world in the future and today. Our culture doesn’t just encourage curiosity; it embraces it. Each day we make progress together by showing up as our authentic selves. We show up with a learn-it-all mentality. We show up cheering on others, knowing their success doesn't diminish our own. We show up every day open to learning our own biases, changing our behavior, and inviting in differences. Because impact matters. Microsoft operates in 190 countries and is made up of approximately 228,000 passionate employees worldwide.
Offices: 1 Microsoft Way, Redmond, Washington 98052, US · 1 Denison Street, North Sydney, NSW 2060, AU · 1950 Meadowvale Blvd, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 8L9, CA · 39, Quai du Président Roosevelt, Issy-les-Moulineaux, Île-de-France 92130, FR · Walter-Gropius-Straße 5, München, 80807, DE
