Technical Program Manager — Microsoft
NewCHF 68'000 - 103'000
Microsoft · Alle (JU)
- Location
- Alle
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 4 days ago
SalaryCHF 68'000 - 103'000
Role overview
Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind the cloud.
Within CO+I, the Integrated Planning & Execution (IPE)
Infrastructure Utilization Effectiveness (IUE) team Responsible for global planning to maximize efficiency of our capacity while optimizing safety, security, and availability across our global datacenter portfolio.
- Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind the cloud.
- Within CO+I, the Integrated Planning & Execution (IPE)
- Program Leadership and Strategy:
- Execute a comprehensive multi-year program strategy to optimize infrastructure utilization across Microsoft's global datacenters.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or a related field.
- Advanced degree or extensive experience (e.g., Master’s, PhD) preferred.
Main responsibilities
- Program Leadership and Strategy:
- Execute a comprehensive multi-year program strategy to optimize infrastructure utilization across Microsoft's global datacenters.
Key requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or a related field.
- Advanced degree or extensive experience (e.g., Master’s, PhD) preferred.
- Expertise : Deep technical expertise in building power (electrical infrastructure and power distribution), and IT Infrastructure (server / network) within datacenters.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent leadership , communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Program Management : Deep project management expertise with tools and methodologies (e.g., L6S, Agile, Scrum, PMP).
- Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets, identify patterns, and derive actionable insights to drive informed decision-making.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Team Player: Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, drive consensus, and influence decision-making in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and thrive in a rapidly evolving industry landscape. Required/Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience as a Technical Program Manager, Program Manager, or similar role in highly technical environments.
Application process
- 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.
Company and context
- The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing enterprise level programs in a complex cloud infrastructure environment, ensuring seamless integration of cloud services, and optimizing performance across the organization.
- As an IUE Lead, you will play a key role in driving a successful multi-year execution, implementation of strategies and ongoing management of our cloud infrastructure initiatives across MSFT.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align program goals with organizational objectives and business priorities.
- Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and finance, to ensure program success. Technical Expertise and Management:
- Utilize deep technical knowledge of datacenter IT and electrical infrastructure and tile power consumption, to drive program initiatives.
- Oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of power distribution systems within datacenters to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Analyze and interpret data related to power consumption to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement. Project Planning and Execution:
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for program initiatives.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure timely and successful delivery.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of program activities. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
Additional details
- Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and finance, to ensure program success. Technical Expertise and Management:
- Analyze and interpret data related to power consumption to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement. Project Planning and Execution:
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of program activities. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
- Prepare and present comprehensive reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate program status, achievements, and challenges. Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
- 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. COICentralOpsCareers
- Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and thrive in a rapidly evolving industry landscape.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership Additional or Preferred Qualifications
- Background working with hyperscale cloud platforms or enterprise services. Background Check Requirements:
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. COICareers | #EPCCareers | #DCDCareers Technical Program Management IC3
Notes and original content
- Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and finance, to ensure program success.
- Technical Expertise and Management:
- Analyze and interpret data related to power consumption to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Project Planning and Execution:
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of program activities.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
- Prepare and present comprehensive reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate program status, achievements, and challenges.
- Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
- 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.
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