Principal Technical Program Manager - AI Frameworks

Microsoft is laying the foundation for the next generation of cloud and AI platforms—systems that must operate reliably, safely, and at global scale. This role is central to ensuring that engineering execution matches product intent across complex, interdependent infrastructure systems. As the Principal Technical Program Manager - AI Frameworks you will drive how work happens at scale. You will bring order, clarity, and operational discipline, ensuring teams can deliver reliably and sustainably. You will orchestrate execution across multiple services, manage critical-path dependencies, surface risks before they become issues, and create the transparency needed for leaders to make high-quality decisions. You will act as an essential partner to the head of product management and engineering technical leads. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, can navigate across organizational boundaries, and excels in turning complex engineering realities into actionable clarity. You will bring rigor, insight, and a systems-oriented mindset to an environment where infrastructure reliability, developer velocity, and operational excellence are paramount. Much of this role is ambiguous; success involves transforming ambiguity into actionable clarity. The successful candidate thrives in uncertain environments, is committed to delivering high-quality results, embraces ongoing learning and adaptability, works collaboratively with cross-functional teams, and demonstrates strong ownership and accountability for their contributions.