Principal Program Manager - Server Ecosystem and Customer Engagements

About the role

Strategic Direction and Execution Execute and evolve the strategy for Windows Server ecosystem readiness and partner enablement across OEM and silicon partners. Identify ecosystem trends, gaps, and opportunities to expand Windows Server adoption and partner success. Drive strategic alignment between the Windows Server engineering roadmap and partner ecosystem requirements.

Build business cases for feature adoption and engage partners and customers in validation and readiness programs for existing and emerging Windows Server scenarios. Establish data-driven approaches to measuring partner engagement, ecosystem health, and service reliability. Collaborate across Windows Server engineering, Azure, and partner teams to align on readiness criteria and feature priorities.

Build scalable systems and processes that continue producing results without constant oversight.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field AND 8+ years of experience in a relevant technical domain, such as cloud services or security, technical sales, marketing, product management, customer support, or cross-group or cross-functional engineering; These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screening: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field AND 12+ years of experience in a relevant technical domain, such as cloud services or security, technical sales, marketing, product management, customer support, or cross-group or cross-functional engineering; OR equivalent experience.

Experience working with ecosystem partners across silicon, devices, servers, or related enterprise technology ecosystems. Experience driving cross-organizational programs spanning engineering teams and external partners at scale. Track record of building and managing relationships with senior stakeholders at major technology companies.

Deep understanding of the Windows Server ecosystem, server hardware lifecycle, and OEM business models. Experience with server and datacenter technologies, including areas such as virtualization, security and compliance, AI or inference infrastructure, CXL, and PCIe. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical and business topics clearly and effectively with senior leaders and external partners.

Proven ability to scale impact through durable systems, mechanisms, and processes. MBA or MS in a technical or business discipline.