The mission of the Azure Hyperscale Networking Program Management (AHNPM) team is to build and manage the global network for the Microsoft Cloud. We are responsible for managing Fiber, Optical, Wide Area Network (WAN), Metropolitan Area Network (Metro) and Edge connectivity globally for all Microsoft services. Our focus is to set strategic direction and manage our infrastructure portfolio to create the most efficient network for our customers and their mission critical services. We have exciting opportunities for you to innovate, influence, transform, inspire, and grow within our organization and we encourage you to apply to learn more!

Do you have experience in fiber optic cable technology and deployment? Are you analytical and interested in enhancing the network that powers the Microsoft Cloud? Are you interested in defining the future for a leading-edge network platform? If yes, then this role is for you!

The AHNPM team also manages the Azure Fiber business – our cutting-edge Hollow Core Fiber (HCF) technology – and is looking for an experienced Principal Technical Program Manager to drive our deployment efforts for HCF. This role provides you with the opportunity to effect change that will have enterprise-wide impacts. As a Principal Technical Program Manager, you will work alongside our Engineering and Product teams to define and establish the strategic direction of Microsoft’s HCF technology and business.

 We're seeking individuals with a background in engineering, along with knowledge of fiber optical technology and large-scale deployment principles and activities. Successful candidates will demonstrate proficient written and verbal communication, an understanding for technology, experience providing guidance and direction to technical audiences, ability to drive towards the “big picture” while managing details, and the ability to build relationships with key partners.

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