Senior Program Manager

Overview

The Devices PMO operates as a Program Management Office focused on translating strategy into execution through structured planning, data-driven decision-making, and consistent delivery systems.

As a Senior Program Manager, you will support the design and execution of product development and roadmap planning processes, and program governance systems, helping ensure high-quality execution across Surface programs. This role is ideal for individuals who are building capability in end-to-end program ownership while contributing to broader transformation initiatives.

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

1. Program Coordination & Execution Support

• Support execution of cross-functional programs and roadmap activities

• Track milestones, dependencies, and risks across programs

• Drive follow-ups to ensure alignment and on-time delivery

• Contribute to structured program cadences and reporting

2. Planning Process Support

• Assist in building and maintaining planning timelines, inputs, and outputs for roadmap cycles

• Help coordinate cross-team inputs (engineering, finance, supply chain, etc.)

• Prepare materials for prioritization and review checkpoints

3. Data & Reporting Management

• Maintain and update program tracking systems and dashboards

• Contribute to improving data completeness and quality across programs

• Generate insights and summaries to support decision-making

• Help establish and reinforce source-of-truth practices

4. Execution Discipline & Governance

• Support adherence to defined processes, standards, and review cadences

• Assist with documenting decisions, tracking actions, and maintaining audit readiness

• Help ensure clarity on program status, risks, and tradeoffs

5. Tools & Process Improvement

• Contribute to adoption of standard tools, templates, and systems across PMO

• Support rollout of automation and AI-enabled workflows where applicable

• Identify opportunities to simplify processes and reduce manual effort

6. Cross-Team Collaboration

• Partner with stakeholders across engineering, product, finance, and partner teams

• Communicate program updates and risks clearly to different audiences

• Build working relationships and credibility through consistent execution

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 of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience supporting cross-functional programs or projects.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate insights clearly.
• Experience in technology, hardware, or devices environments.
  
• Familiarity with program tracking tools, dashboards, or reporting systems.
  
• Exposure to process improvement or operational.

Technical Program Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 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 $160,200 - $261,000 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

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.