Job Summary (List Format) :
1. Role : Program Manager in the Microsoft Azure Compute team, responsible for driving execution of customer adoption programs for Azure Virtual Machines, VMSS, and Cloud Services.
2. Industry Experience : Minimum 5 years in the software industry, with at least 3 years of experience specifically as a program manager.
3. Top 3 Skills Required :
- Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation, including interaction with peers and executives)
- Strong technical aptitude (hands-on experience with SQL / Kusto queries, Power BI dashboard creation, and automation tools)
- Knowledge of Azure Cloud (hands-on experience preferred; deep understanding of distributed / cloud-based systems is required)
4. Core Responsibilities :
Implement and maintain program initiatives in alignment with organizational goals.Develop and refine assessment protocols to evaluate and improve ongoing programs.Oversee multiple project teams to ensure achievement of program objectives.Collaborate with sponsors, cross-functional teams, and product managers to define scope, deliverables, resources, work plans, and timelines.Analyze and mitigate program risks, and create program status reports for stakeholders.Produce high-quality documentation tailored to technical and non-technical audiences.5. Leadership & Management :
Demonstrated ability to strategize, coordinate, delegate, and optimize program productivity from inception to completion.Maintain high standards of customer satisfaction, quality, and performance across all programs managed.6. Technical Expectations :
Must be hands-on : ability to write basic SQL / Kusto queries, build Power BI dashboards, and leverage automation for productivity.Experience with distributed and / or cloud-based systems (preferably Azure).7. Educational Background :
B.Tech in Computer Science is preferred, but other technical degrees (BCA, MCA, BSc IT) are acceptable if skill requirements are met.Advanced technical degree or MBA is a plus.8. Competencies :
Program ManagementProject ManagementTechnical hands-on experience with Azure Cloud, SQL / Kusto, Power BI, and automation9. Unique Selling Points :
Opportunity to work on core Azure infrastructure at scale (thousands of physical servers, hundreds of thousands of VMs)Direct impact on customer adoption and experience with industry-leading cloud productsBlend of hands-on technical work and high-level program managementCollaborative, cross-functional team culture within a top-tier tech company10. Preferred Candidate Profile :
5 10 years of experience (10 15 years acceptable); not seeking very senior candidates (18+ years) due to retention concerns.Must be technically hands-on-not just a people manager.Summary in One Sentence :
Seeking a technically hands-on Program Manager with strong communication, SQL / Power BI / automation skills, and Azure cloud experience to drive mission-critical customer adoption programs for Microsoft Azure Compute products.
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