senior program manager (azure space)
Detail de l'annonce :
Azure Space is seeking individuals who are interested in developing
and implementing cutting-edge cloud technology, being part of a
collaborative and diverse team, advancing critical customer missions
in space and through the use of space technology, and driving new
opportunities spanning Microsoft partners, industry and government
partners, and Azure customers.
In this role, you will work in an agile environment that values
creativity, knowledge sharing, and employee growth. We seek out new
and different perspectives, exercise curiosity, and embrace a culture
of learning. You will have substantial opportunity to shape technical
direction, make a tangible and positive impact, and obtain unique and
valuable experience across an array of technologies.
You will leverage a deep understanding of the French space ecosystem
and apply it towards the Azure cloud for innovative solutions for
security, civil, and commercial applications for space system
developers and operators as well as end users of space services.
Additionally, the position will be instrumental in developing the
comprehensive strategy for Microsoft Azure Space in France.
As we develop and grow our business to enable the space sector, we
identify and take on advanced projects to push the art-of-the-possible
with Azure. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every
organization on (and off) the planet to achieve more, and we strive to
make Azure the best cloud for every industry and customer.
Given this is a new position developing a new line of Microsoft Azure
business in France, the position requires a strong ability take
initiative, lead multiple projects/customers, adapt, and collaborate.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities
* Grow the Azure Space business by being able to anticipate and
identify French space industry needs and opportunities that can be
addressed with existing Azure (or Azure partner technology) or through
innovation within Azure.
* Have a solid understanding of French Defence and Commercial Space
sectors, including key customers like Ministry of Defense and the
CNES.
* Have a good grasp of the technical disciplines of cloud solutions
and products (e.g., analytics, compute, containers, security,
storage), be confident in organizing architectural discussions between
Azure teams and customers, and stay abreast of new Azure services and
features.
* Provide guidance and recommendations on technology investments and
applications between Azure and the space sector.
* Establish new technical areas that enhance and exploit Azure
capabilities to drive growth in the space sector.
* Partner with engineering, infrastructure, marketing, compliance and
the field leadership to translate new concepts that are emerging from
the research community into new products offerings through proof of
concept demonstrations.
* Be a technical scout for the organization such that emerging
opportunities are not missed.
* Manage multiple programs and customers working with a diverse set
of skillsets from within Microsoft, with partners, and with customers.
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic/ Required Qualifications:
* In depth experience of working in the space sector with the
majority focused on the French space ecosystem spanning national
security, civil, and commercial space sectors and/or consumers of
commercial/government space services.
* Ability to engage with customers and partners to understand their
business and technical needs and priorities.
* Ability to deal with technical challenges, solve problems, and make
tough decisions / recommendations to customers and leadership.
* Excellent communicator and able to present to audiences in a clear
and effective manner, at various levels of technical depth.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security
screening requirements. These requirements include but are not limited
to the following specialized security screenings:
* Eligibility to meet required security clearance or meet nationality
/ citizenship requirements, specific to supporting French Government
clients, is essential.
* Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to
pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every
two years thereafter.
Desired Qualifications:
* Experience in the use of cloud solutions and products for industry
and/or government solutions.
* BS or higher degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related
discipline, or equivalent space industry experience.
* Strong track record of taking ideas from concept to production in a
multi-disciplinary team environment.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to age,
ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or
expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition,
national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation,
protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy),
sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by
applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider
qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with
legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable
accommodation due to a disability during the application or the
recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation
request form.
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