Overview

At Microsoft AI (MAI) we are pushing the boundaries of technology to create products that will change lives. We’re looking for a talented and passionate Product Manager (PM) with great product taste to help build the next wave of capabilities of our personal AI, Copilot.
Do you have a knack for imagining ways AI can help people feel more supported and productive? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take the initiative to solve problems, and lead with positive energy, empathy, and kindness? We'd love you to consider joining us. We're a small, friendly team, who support each other to do our best work. We run lean, obsess about users, and always make our decisions based on the evidence. It’s a time of huge change in the AI landscape, and this role will put you right in the heart of it.
You will impact the experience of hundreds of millions of users by creating experiences for the Copilot apps on PC, mobile, and Web, collaborating with internal and external partners to ship fast and innovate. Our broader organization, Microsoft AI (MAI), is responsible for Copilot, Bing, Edge, and generative AI research. We combine world-class AI research together with top notch design and product craft.
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.
Starting January 26, 2026, Microsoft AI (MAI) employees who live within a 50- mile commute of a designated Microsoft office in the U.S. or 25-mile commute of a non-U.S., country-specific location are expected to work from the office at least four days per week. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

As a Principal Product Manager, you’ll blend creativity, curiosity, and technical depth to help drive projects from concept to launch. You’ll partner closely with engineers, designers, other PMs, and AI researchers to turn ambiguous ideas into user‑delighting experiences. You will:

• Drive building world-class AI applications that will delight consumers and deliver business results .
• Own a product area and be responsible for understanding user needs and behaviors, defining product requirements, managing end-to-end product development, launches and iterations.
• Find a path to get things done despite roadblocks to get your work into the hands of users quickly and iteratively.
• Translate business goals into product strategy, user experience, and technical requirements in collaboration with UX and AI model teams.
• Define goals and performance indicators, set up and oversee experiments, measure success with data and research.
• Amplify your impact by using AI to research, prototype, and dive into data to understand user behavior, product performance, and new opportunities.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams.
• Embody our Culture and Values.

Qualifications Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree AND 8+ years experience in product/service/program management or software development
• OR equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree AND 10+ years experience in product/service/program management or software development
• OR equivalent experience.
• 2+ years experience building consumer products, including personal productivity, search, education, or messaging.
• Experience using AI tools for product research, planning, and AI-assisted coding tasks.
• Experience building 0 to 1 products and driving or contributing to product design / prototyping.
• Experience working with Machine Learning or Large Language Models.
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to an inclusive, growth‑oriented team culture.

Product Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 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 $188,000 - $304,200 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

Product Management IC6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $163,000 - $296,400 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 $220,800 - $331,200 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, read more about requesting accommodations.