Technical Advisor - Engineering, Enablement, and Operations
Microsoft
Redmond, WA (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Technology Strategy & Advisory Evaluate emerging technologies, platforms, and tools to inform strategic decisions related to adoptions, operational excellence, and commercial growth. Conduct deep research and synthesize key opportunities, risks, divergent viewpoints, and technology directions across the industry. Produce high‑quality executive briefs, synthesized research packets, and prioritized reading materials for senior leaders. Prototype concepts, explore technical scenarios, and support narrative building for executive technology storylines. Engage in iterative investigations and mini‑brainstorms based on evolving priorities and market signals. Provide expert guidance to senior leaders on technology investments, architecture choices, and integration strategies. Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for business and executive audiences. Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities in technology‑related initiatives and recommend mitigation strategies. Serve as a trusted advisor on technology trends and best practices to align with organizational priorities. Build relationships with engineering leaders; surface blockers, alignment gaps, and opportunities for collaboration. Facilitate discussions that synthesize diverse perspectives into cohesive technology strategies and action plans. Support experimentation and hands‑on prototyping to validate solution concepts and emerging opportunities. Develop executive‑level presentations, reports, and messaging that articulate recommendations and business impact. Establish frameworks and criteria for evaluating technology options and breaking down complex information into actionable steps. Improve tool adoption, engineering efficiency, and alignment between product strategy and COO priorities. Bachelor's Degree AND 8+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience. 6+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects. • Bachelor's Degree AND 15+ years experience engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience. 6+ years people management experience. 10+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects. Demonstrated ability to write and understand code (any modern language), enabling hands‑on experimentation, effective collaboration with engineers, and informed evaluation of technical solutions. Passion for driving change and taking on big challenges. Track record of cross-group collaboration and coordination at multiple levels of the company. Proven success with relationship management including ability to rapidly build trust and confidence of stakeholders, as well as influence business decisions across boundaries, at all levels of the organization, and often in ambiguous situations. Business maturity and experience working with senior leaders, with the ability to work independently. Executive presence and written and verbal communication skills. Global program orchestration and execution, with ability to manage and deliver multiple projects simultaneously. Track record of creating order out of chaos and clarity out of confusion. Attention to detail and accuracy in all deliverables. Demonstrated strengths in collaboration, customer focus, drive for results, and technical excellence.
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