Technical Program Manager II

Overview

We are seeking a visionary and technically grounded person to help drive the creation and landing of customer value for the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) in Surface Devices. This role is pivotal in shaping and scaling Microsoft’s hybrid AI strategy—bridging the power of edge inferencing with the scale of Azure AI and Copilot.

As a Technical Program Manager II you will work across Microsoft’s internal ecosystem and externally with partners and enterprise customers to define, articulate, and deliver the business value of hybrid AI. Your mission : make the NPU indispensable by enabling real-world scenarios that matter to developers, IT Pros, and business decision-makers alike.

Hybrid AI is the next frontier—and Surface NPUs are the key to unlocking its potential. This role is your opportunity to shape how Microsoft delivers AI at the edge, creates new value for customers, and redefines what’s possible with Copilot+ PCs.

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

• Define and evangelize the hybrid AI value proposition—Surface NPU + Azure AI + Copilot—as a unified platform.
• Translate technical capabilities into compelling business narratives that resonate with developers, IT Pros, and enterprise customers.
• Partner with marketing and field teams to scale messaging and adoption across global markets.
• Develop strong partnerships with ISVs and customers; Collaborate on hybrid AI solutions that use the NPU in practical settings.
• Serve as a thought leader at internal and external events, representing Surface in the broader AI ecosystem.
• Collaborate deeply with Windows AI Foundry, Azure AI (including Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio), and Surface engineering teams.
• Influence product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies through insights from the field and customer feedback.