FAQs
What is the main goal of the Azure DevOps team?
The main goal of the Azure DevOps team is to empower every developer and development team to build great software faster through its integrated DevOps platform.
What specific responsibilities does the Senior Product Manager have?
The Senior Product Manager will own the product vision, manage the roadmap, serve as the voice of the customer, collaborate across teams, measure success, and foster a culture of excellence and inclusion.
What qualifications are required for this position?
The required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of product management, program management, or equivalent experience, as well as experience building features for a cloud service/application.
Are there any preferred qualifications for the Senior Product Manager role?
Yes, preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of experience, along with prior experience in building developer-centric products.
What kind of customer interaction is expected in this role?
The Senior Product Manager is expected to work closely with several large customers, including teams within Microsoft, to synthesize their requirements and design efficient solutions to meet them.
Is there a focus on inclusion and collaboration within the team?
Yes, the role emphasizes fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, collaboration, and customer focus.
How will success be measured for the product managed by the Senior Product Manager?
Success will be measured through defined metrics established at the inception of the product, which will be tracked throughout its lifecycle and interpreted into actionable conclusions and new hypotheses.
What type of products will the Senior Product Manager be developing?
The Senior Product Manager will be developing features for Azure DevOps, an integrated DevOps platform that helps software development teams plan, collaborate, and ship at scale.
Is experience with modern software development practices necessary for this role?
Yes, familiarity with modern software development practices is a requirement for the Senior Product Manager position.
What is Microsoft’s stance on equal opportunity employment?
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to various protected characteristics.