Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.
Summary
The main function of the Program Manager role is to manage the release process of the preview product, including meeting internal release requirements, tracking milestones and dependencies to be delivered on schedule, contributing to the product launch documentation.
Job Responsibilities
Develops, tracks and manages product release plans, timelines and scope. Documents the process, tracks it in Azure DevOps, and monitors the tasks in Service 360 tool.
Plans out product release requirement milestones based on target ship timeline.
Works with various internal teams to clarify each release requirement and dependencies for the product.
Collaborates with product engineering team to drive the process of meeting each requirement on time.
Contributes to the documentation of the product and acts as a technical advisor to educate and evangelize the product.
Helps develop the staging and implementation plan for release in alignment with Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)/Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for AOPC product.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree AND 2+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience.
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.
Familiarity with software DevOps tools (e.g., Azure DevOps) and techniques.
Good experience of engineering practices and engaging engineering teams.
Familiarity with remote sensing data and their use and application within enterprises.
Additional Details
Location: Remote
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Range: $44 - 49.50 per hour
AGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veterans). We will consider all applications without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
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