Hardware Engineer

Microsoft•Redmond, WA

About The Position

Microsoft Silicon Cloud Hardware Infrastructure Engineering (SCHIE) is the team behind Microsoft’s expanding Cloud Infrastructure and responsible for powering Microsoft’s “Intelligent Cloud” mission. SCHIE delivers the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's over 200 online businesses including Bing, MSN, Office 365, Xbox Live, Skype, OneDrive and the Microsoft Azure platform globally with our server and data center infrastructure, security and compliance, operations, globalization, and manageability solutions. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide and we are looking for passionate, high energy engineers to help achieve that mission. As Microsoft’s Silicon and Cloud Hardware Infrastructure (SCHIE) business continues to grow, delivering new offerings on time, at scale, with high quality and optimized cost is critical. To achieve this, the SCHIE Product and Procurement Optimization (SPPO) team plays a key role in defining and implementing portfolio optimization processes and controls that enable effective management and delivery of silicon hardware development, including fleet hardware for Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure. The SPPO (SCHIE Product and Procurement Optimization) team is seeking a Hardware Engineer, Technical Program Manager to drive complex hardware initiatives. This role requires a strong background in NPI product development combined with strategic thinking, business acumen, and a bias for action. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, builds strong partnerships across senior leaders and engineering teams, and brings proven experience collaborating with hardware and software engineers. Experience in Product development, engineering process optimization and the ability to execute with precision in an evolving environment are essential.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience 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.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience.2+ years of experience in product development, implementing engineering processes, driving continuous improvement to deliver operational efficiency.
PMP® certification or equivalent process improvement credentials (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or related frameworks).
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Power BI with strong data analysis capabilities and the ability to translate complex data into clear, business-relevant insights.
5+ Years Experience in NPI product development, engineering process development, Lean Management, and continuous improvement to drive operational efficiency.
Proficiency in KPI tracking, real-time dashboards, and Power BI for data visualization and reporting, ensuring adherence to data standards.
Skilled in partnering with cross-functional teams to define and implement features, infrastructure, and workflows; adept at stakeholder alignment and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Capability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize strategic and tactical options, and drive issues to closure with high quality.
Advanced data analysis skills to translate complex data into clear, business-relevant insights that drive decision-making.
Excellent communication and reporting skills, including clear program updates and presentations.

Responsibilities

Drive and support strategic engineering programs across the organization by defining scope, goals, success metrics, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Support end-to-end hardware development programs from requirements through launch, meeting schedule, budget, and quality targets, while managing cross-functional product development plans with clear milestones and deliverables.
Support engineering leadership with integrity, applying processes where they add value and adapting effectively to ambiguity in silicon and hardware development environments.
Experience with six-sigma processes, workflows and best practices; lead and support Lean Management and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
Knowledge of AI implementation and practical applications, maintain real-time dashboards, and leverage Power BI for data visualization and analytics.
Ensure adherence to data and reporting standards for accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all program communications.
Present program status reports highlighting risks, opportunities, and performance metrics; develop high-impact communications for leadership and organization-wide audiences.
Apply knowledge of finance processes, including OPEX and CapEx spend management, Procurement processes to ensure accurate budgeting and cost control across programs.
Apply data analysis skills to translate complex data into clear, business-relevant insights that drive decision-making.
Collaborate with internal and external partners, facilitating communication across senior leaders and engineering teams.
Support engineering leaders to manage risks and recovery plans, escalating issues with recommendations for program decisions.