The Windows Platform + Developer organization is focused on building the Windows platform, architecture, and developer experiences and tools, grounded on security and fundamentals. Our team works on many core platform components of Windows, from app model, app identity and app deployment to input, composition, and more. Our people share a passion for Windows and the Windows Developer Platform and the role they play in Microsoft's mission - from putting a personal computer (PC) on every desk and in every home, to empowering every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Whether its used for getting your work done for a class, gaming, or running critical software for an enterprise - we continually focus on improving Windows reliability, performance, and security for app developers and end users alike.

We are seeking a Principal Product Manager. In this role, you will primarily work with internal and external stakeholders on security related investments and capabilities for App Developers as we continue to put security above all else. This includes but is not limited to definition of product strategy, detailed technical specifications, dependency management, documentation, samples, evangelism, and adoption.

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.

Responsibilities

• Defining roadmap and strategy for the Windows App model supporting Windows & Windows Cloud.

• Creating technical feature specifications in coordination with your peers, engineering counterparts, and cross-org v-teams.

• Work with Windows Shell, Azure, Office, Teams, Edge, Xbox, etc. on feature request intake, dependency identification, execution excellence, and capability adoption.

• Engage closely with the independent software vendors (ISV) community during planning, and to drive adoption of new capabilities.

• Embody our culture and values .

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree AND 8+ years experience in product/service/project/program management or software development

• OR equivalent experience

• 3+ years of experience working on an app development platform (Win32, UWP, iOS, Android, MacOS, etc.)

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:

• Bachelor's Degree AND 10+ years experience in product/service/project/program management or software development

• OR equivalent experience

• 2+ years of experience on designing and shipping security focused capabilities to developers

Product Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $137,600 - $267,000 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 $180,400 - $294,000 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

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 18, 2024.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .