Principal Account-Aligned FDE TPM

Overview In the Microsoft Frontier Company Engineering team, you won’t just build software; you’ll deliver real outcomes for some of the world’s most complex organizations.   We are a global team of world-class engineers who have been working in a Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) model for more than a decade, embedding directly within customer teams to solve their toughest challenges, side-by-side, and shipping production-ready solutions in days, not months.   As a  Principal Account-Aligned FDE TPM , you will be a customer   embedded engineer to serve as the primary technical leader aligned to a strategic account, driving business outcomes through hands   on execution and multidisciplinary expertise. In this role, you will build and ship production   grade solutions, work directly with customers to translate business needs into clear technical approaches, and operate with speed in complex, fast   moving environments. This is a senior individual contributor role requiring strong technical depth, credibility with senior stakeholders, industry context, and an entrepreneurial approach to navigating ambiguity and delivering sustained impact over time.   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 Drive customer outcomes  by shaping opportunities and translating business needs into clear, actionable technical approaches   Build and deliver production-grade solutions  in customer environments, demonstrating strong engineering execution and end-to-end ownership   Accelerate time to value  by operating effectively in ambiguity and delivering iterative, high-impact solutions   Engage and influence senior stakeholders  to build trust, align priorities, and guide technical and business decision-making   Apply industry and customer context  to tailor solutions and move beyond generic approaches   Prepare and transition work to FDE crews  with clear scope and strong technical direction, maintaining continuity across the engagement lifecycle   Operate with an entrepreneurial mindset  to navigate complex account dynamics, set boundaries, and drive urgency and accountability.   Qualifications Required/minimum qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience. 3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.   Other Requirements Microsoft is unable to sponsor a work visa for this role due to the nature of the role’s job duties.       Additional or preferred qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 12+ years experience engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience. 8+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects. 1+ year(s) of experience reading and/or writing code (e.g., sample documentation, product demos). 2+ year(s) of experience in customer-facing technical roles (e.g., consulting, solutions engineering, field engineering, or similar). Experience with AI/ML technologies, cloud architecture, data engineering, and using AI tools and workflows in creating software engineering artifacts. Experience partnering directly with customers or internal stakeholders to deliver solutions end-to-end. Enjoy travel and are comfortable with travel up to 25%       #FDE      Technical Program Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $142,800 - $274,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $188,000 - $304,200 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay 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.