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Microsoft AI’s (MAI) mission is to use AI responsibly to make everyone more informed, capable, and supported. MAI is responsible for Microsoft’s consumer propositions including Copilot, Bing, MSN, Microsoft Advertising, and Edge, and also develops proprietary foundational AI models through the MAI Superintelligence Team. MAI works closely with teams across Microsoft and across the full AI stack to deliver on Microsoft’s AI ambitions.
We are expanding the Business and Strategy team, within the Office of the CEO of MAI, to run decision cadence and operations for the Superintelligence team’s model development, coordinate resource allocations, align cross functional execution, and deliver leadership ready strategic insights.
The candidate should have a proven track record and strong skills in strategy, business operations, and internal stakeholder management. They should be comfortable running reviews and driving accountability, as well as synthesizing market and competitive intelligence into clear recommendations. They should also be passionate and knowledgeable about AI models and recent breakthroughs and have a strong understanding of the pipeline of training LLMs at a high level.
As a Director, AI Strategy and Operations Program Manager, you will serve as a high leverage, important contributor to the broader strategic and operational needs of MAI. This role includes organizing high impact decision forums, coordinating cross functional execution of model development programs, and translating insights into recommendation memos for leadership, while helping to shape MAI’s overarching strategy and align resources and governance across teams.
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.
MAI employees are expected to work from a designated Microsoft office at least four days a week if they live within 50 miles (U.S.) or 25 miles (non-U.S., country-specific) of that location. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.
Responsibilities
- Gather competitive and market intelligence on other AI labs and approaches, synthesize insights into succinct briefs, and translate them into recommendation memos for leadership.
- Drive decision cadence and governance organizing and facilitating high impact forums (e.g., model strategy reviews, councils, and executive decision reviews), and ensuring follow through and accountability. Ensure high quality decision materials by curating pre reads, pressure testing narratives, and managing stakeholder feedback loops so presentations and artifacts are evidence based, crisp, and board ready.
- Drive coordination of resource allocations across strategic projects, enabling the team to deliver maximum impact.
- Coordinate cross functional execution of key priorities, partnering with teams to remove blockers, escalate risks, and keep initiatives on schedule.
- Build and steward relationships across internal teams and external partners, representing MAI’s model development priorities in cross Microsoft forums and helping align strategy, resources, and governance.
- Embody our Culture and Values.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Business Administration or related field AND 4+ years marketing, strategy, business planning, consulting, banking, finance, economics, and/or partner organization experience
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Liberal Arts, Computer Science, or related field AND 6+ years marketing, strategy, business planning, consulting, banking, finance, economics, and/or partner organization experience
- OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Business Administration or related field AND 8+ years marketing, strategy, business planning, consulting, banking, finance, economics, and/or partner organization experience
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Liberal Arts, Computer Science, or related field AND 12+ years marketing, strategy, business planning, consulting, banking, finance, economics, and/or partner organization experience
- OR equivalent experience.
- 5+ years’ experience working in investment banking or a consultancy firm in the capacity of an Associate, Analyst, Consultant or equivalent, or otherwise as a Program Manager.
- 3+ years' experience in Strategy, Management Consulting, and/or Finance.
Compensation
- The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $130,900 - $251,900 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 $165,600 - $272,300 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.
Overview
Microsoft AI’s (MAI) mission is to use AI responsibly to make everyone more informed, capable, and supported. MAI is responsible for Microsoft’s consumer propositions including Copilot, Bing, MSN, Microsoft Advertising, and Edge, and also develops proprietary foundational AI models through the MAI Superintelligence Team. MAI works closely with teams across Microsoft and across the full AI stack to deliver on Microsoft’s AI ambitions.
We are expanding the Business and Strategy team, within the Office of the CEO of MAI, to run decision cadence and operations for the Superintelligence team’s model development, coordinate resource allocations, align cross functional execution, and deliver leadership ready strategic insights.
The candidate should have a proven track record and strong skills in strategy, business operations, and internal stakeholder management. They should be comfortable running reviews and driving accountability, as well as synthesizing market and competitive intelligence into clear recommendations. They should also be passionate and knowledgeable about AI models and recent breakthroughs and have a strong understanding of the pipeline of training LLMs at a high level.
As a Director, AI Strategy and Operations Program Manager, you will serve as a high leverage, important contributor to the broader strategic and operational needs of MAI. This role includes organizing high impact decision forums, coordinating cross functional execution of model development programs, and translating insights into recommendation memos for leadership, while helping to shape MAI’s overarching strategy and align resources and governance across teams.
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.
MAI employees are expected to work from a designated Microsoft office at least four days a week if they live within 50 miles (U.S.) or 25 miles (non-U.S., country-specific) of that location. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.
Responsibilities
- Gather competitive and market intelligence on other AI labs and approaches, synthesize insights into succinct briefs, and translate them into recommendation memos for leadership.
- Drive decision cadence and governance organizing and facilitating high impact forums (e.g., model strategy reviews, councils, and executive decision reviews), and ensuring follow through and accountability. Ensure high quality decision materials by curating pre reads, pressure testing narratives, and managing stakeholder feedback loops so presentations and artifacts are evidence based, crisp, and board ready.
- Drive coordination of resource allocations across strategic projects, enabling the team to deliver maximum impact.
- Coordinate cross functional execution of key priorities, partnering with teams to remove blockers, escalate risks, and keep initiatives on schedule.
- Build and steward relationships across internal teams and external partners, representing MAI’s model development priorities in cross Microsoft forums and helping align strategy, resources, and governance.
- Embody our Culture and Values.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Business Administration or related field AND 4+ years marketing, strategy, business planning, consulting, banking, finance, economics, and/or partner organization experience
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Liberal Arts, Computer Science, or related field AND 6+ years marketing, strategy, business planning, consulting, banking, finance, economics, and/or partner organization experience
- OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Business Administration or related field AND 8+ years marketing, strategy, business planning, consulting, banking, finance, economics, and/or partner organization experience
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Liberal Arts, Computer Science, or related field AND 12+ years marketing, strategy, business planning, consulting, banking, finance, economics, and/or partner organization experience
- OR equivalent experience.
- 5+ years’ experience working in investment banking or a consultancy firm in the capacity of an Associate, Analyst, Consultant or equivalent, or otherwise as a Program Manager.
- 3+ years' experience in Strategy, Management Consulting, and/or Finance.
Compensation
- The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $130,900 - $251,900 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 $165,600 - $272,300 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.
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Align your portfolio to Microsoft's AI stack
Microsoft's AI engineering roles frequently involve Azure OpenAI Service, PyTorch, and large-scale distributed training. Tailor your GitHub projects and resume to reflect experience with these tools before applying, as role-fit signals matter during initial screening.
Target teams with active LCA filings
Before you apply, search DOL's FLAG system for Microsoft's Labor Condition Applications filtered to AI and machine learning job titles. Active LCA filings signal which specific teams are currently hiring sponsored roles, letting you prioritize those positions.
Distinguish between H-1B and E-3 eligibility early
If you're an Australian citizen, clarify your E-3 eligibility before the offer stage. Microsoft sponsors both, but the filing process and timelines differ. Raising this with your recruiter early prevents delays when the offer comes through.
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Prepare your specialty occupation documentation now
USCIS requires H-1B petitions to establish that an AI Engineer role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Gather your degree transcripts, any advanced coursework in machine learning or computer science, and publication or project records before your employer initiates filing.
Account for H-1B cap timing in your start date negotiation
If you're cap-subject, the earliest H-1B employment start date is October 1. When negotiating your offer, build this into your proposed start date to avoid gaps, especially if you're currently on OPT and approaching your authorization expiry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Microsoft sponsor H-1B visas for AI Engineers?
Yes, Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas for AI Engineer roles. The company files both cap-subject and cap-exempt petitions depending on the candidate's situation. If you're already on H-1B with another employer, Microsoft can file an H-1B transfer, which lets you start work as soon as USCIS receives the petition rather than waiting for approval.
How do I apply for AI Engineer jobs at Microsoft?
Applications go through Microsoft's careers portal, where AI Engineer roles are listed under the Engineering and Software job family. Filter by location and job title to find active openings. To identify roles where sponsorship is actively being offered, Migrate Mate surfaces Microsoft AI Engineer positions with a confirmed visa sponsorship track record, saving you from applying blind.
Which visa types does Microsoft commonly sponsor for AI Engineer roles?
Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas for the broadest pool of international AI Engineers. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a faster processing path. For candidates on employer-sponsored Green Card tracks, Microsoft supports EB-2 and EB-3 categories through PERM labor certification, typically initiated after a candidate has been in role for a defined period.
What qualifications does Microsoft expect for AI Engineer roles?
Most AI Engineer openings at Microsoft expect a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related field, with hands-on experience in machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Roles closer to foundation model work increasingly expect familiarity with distributed training, RLHF pipelines, or inference optimization. A strong portfolio demonstrating production-scale ML systems strengthens your application significantly.
How do I understand the visa filing timeline after receiving an offer from Microsoft?
After accepting an offer, Microsoft's immigration team typically engages an outside counsel to manage the petition. For H-1B transfers or E-3 visa cases, USCIS processing runs roughly three to six months standard or two to three weeks with premium processing. If you're cap-subject and the offer comes outside the April registration window, your start date will be October 1 of the following fiscal year.