Do you have experience with technical program management AND experience working with researchers? Are you excited to help transition ambitious research ideas into practice, to help us build the future for Microsoft and the world?Microsoft Research is hiring a Senior Technical Program Manager to work with our research labs in New England (Cambridge, Massachusetts) and New York City (Manhattan). You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with our lab in Montreal.

Across these labs, research areas include Machine Learning, Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI), Sociotechnical Systems, Economics, and Computational Social Science. Technical PMs may work across these areas, depending on their areas of technical expertise.For you to be successful in this role, you need to bring experience working with research or applied research teams, and a growth mindset.

You will need to be persistent, creative, and comfortable with navigating ambiguity. Because you are deeply collaborative, you'll be able to work with a network of experts at the exciting forefront of today's rapid advances in AI, with plenty of room to contribute to new innovations at Microsoft.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.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.

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree AND 4+ years experience in computer science, engineering, or technical program/product managementOR equivalent experience2+ years experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects3+ months of work or educational experience in a research or applied research environment, focused on technical or sociotechnical problemsPreferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 8+ years experience in computer science, engineering, or technical program/product managementOR equivalent experience4+ years experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects1+ year(s) experience reading and/or writing code (eg, sample documentation, product demos)Demonstrated experience working with PhD researchersWork or educational experience with Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Sociotechnical Systems, Economics & Computation, or Computational Social ScienceDemonstrated ability to rapidly learn new technologies and concepts, and apply learning to improve outcomes and impactTechnical Program Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $112,000 - $218,400 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 $145,800 - $238,600 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

trust with research leads by communicating effectively and demonstrating deep understanding of their research advances and partnership efforts to dateStart to identify potential value propositions and to prioritize new collaborative opportunities with potential to result in high-impact innovation; grow your independence to select among optionsContribute to definition of collaborative project goals, success criteria and ongoing prioritization of deliverables; grow your independence to manage ambiguity and ensure compliance throughoutCommunicate research and project impacts internally, and externally in partnership with Microsoft's Communications teams; grow your executive communication skillsPartner with Business Program Managers to oversee and systematize lab programs and initiatives as neededContribute to our culture by demonstrating integrity and respect in your actions and interactions with all partiesEmbody our culture and values.Employment typeFull-TimeWork siteUp to 50% work from homeRole typeIndividual ContributorDisciplineTechnical Program ManagementProfessionProgram Management.