Senior Product Manager
Microsoft · Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Job highlights
- Define AI platform strategy and roadmap.
- Own product outcomes from strategy to execution.
- Lead cross-functional engineering and design teams.
- Engage with customers to gather product insights.
- Drive product-led growth for developer ecosystem.
About the role
Senior Product Manager AI Platform
At Microsoft, we bring together passionate innovators who imagine what’s possible, collaborate across boundaries, and build cloud-enabled futures. Within the broader CoreAI organization — which powers Azure AI, GitHub, Office, Teams, Xbox and more — our Foundry team is building the unified AI/ML platform that enables developers, data scientists and ML Engineers everywhere to accelerate innovation. The AI Foundry & Azure ML team delivers a platform covering the full lifecycle: model creation, customization, deployment, monitoring and scaling. We empower both seasoned ML professionals and developers new to AI, to build responsibly and at global scale. We are seeking a Senior Product Manager with a strong technical foundation and product orientation to shape strategic investments in this platform. You will define and deliver the roadmap for key Azure AI capabilities, align cross-functional teams, and drive measurable outcomes that empower hundreds of millions of users.
Responsibilities
- Define and drive the long-term product strategy for core AI platform capabilities that power Azure AI and developer experiences.
- Own end-to-end product outcomes, from strategy through execution, using OKRs and data insights to measure success.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives across engineering, design, and partner teams, driving alignment and clarity in complex, multi-team environments.
- Engage deeply with developers, data scientists, and enterprise customers to uncover needs, synthesize insights, and translate them into scalable product capabilities.
- Launch, iterate, and optimize high-impact features through experimentation and data-driven learning.
- Drive Product-Led Growth, enabling self-service adoption and expanding the developer ecosystem through extensible platform experiences.
- Mentor junior PMs and help strengthen product management practices across the CoreAI organization.
- Champion an inclusive, responsible AI culture that emphasizes customer trust, scalability, and innovation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in engineering, computer science or related field.
- 6+ years in product management or software development with product responsibilities.
- At least 2 years leading the launch of complex products targeted at developers or ML/AI professionals.
- Deep curiosity about how developers build, and a drive to simplify complex workflows through great product experiences.
- Hands-on experience with AI/ML technologies and cloud platforms.
- Demonstrated track record of delivering products that resonate with technical audiences and drive measurable business outcomes.
- Strong analytical mindset and ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent communication skills – able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and driving clarity through complexity.
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (Preferred).
- Experience working in large-scale cloud or AI infrastructure teams (Preferred).
- Experience with product-led growth models in a developer ecosystem (Preferred).
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work. 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.
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.
Key skills/competency
- Product Management
- AI/ML Platforms
- Azure AI
- Cloud Platforms
- Developer Experience
- Product Strategy
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Data-driven Decision Making
- Product-Led Growth
- Technical Acumen
Skills & topics
- Product Manager
- AI
- Machine Learning
- Cloud
- Azure
- Platform
- Developer Experience
- Strategy
- Leadership
- Technical
How to get hired
- Research Microsoft's AI vision: Understand their commitment to AI innovation and developer tools.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with AI/ML, cloud platforms, and developer-focused products.
- Showcase technical leadership: Emphasize your ability to define strategy and drive execution for complex products.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your experience leading teams and making data-driven decisions.
- Network with Microsoft employees: Gain insights into the company culture and role expectations.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft's AI Foundry team?
- As a Senior Product Manager on the AI Foundry team at Microsoft, you will define the long-term product strategy for core AI platform capabilities, own end-to-end product outcomes, lead cross-functional teams, engage with customers to gather insights, and drive product-led growth within the developer ecosystem.
- What technical background is required for this Senior Product Manager role at Microsoft?
- A strong technical foundation is essential. This includes a Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, hands-on experience with AI/ML technologies and cloud platforms, and at least 6 years in product management or software development with product responsibilities.
- How does Microsoft approach product-led growth for its AI platform?
- Microsoft emphasizes Product-Led Growth by enabling self-service adoption and expanding the developer ecosystem through extensible platform experiences. This means the platform itself is designed to attract and retain users through its inherent value and ease of use.
- What is the career growth potential for a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft?
- Microsoft offers significant career growth opportunities, including the chance to mentor junior PMs, strengthen product management practices, and contribute to shaping the future of AI through impactful platform development within a leading tech organization.
- What kind of security screenings are required for this Senior Product Manager position at Microsoft?
- This role requires passing a Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire and every two years thereafter. Additional specialized security screenings may also be necessary depending on customer and government requirements.
- How does Microsoft foster an inclusive and responsible AI culture within its product teams?
- The AI Foundry team actively champions an inclusive and responsible AI culture. This involves emphasizing customer trust, ensuring scalability, and fostering continuous innovation while prioritizing ethical considerations in AI development.