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Microsoft · 16 hours ago

Program Manager (contract)

Microsoft is a leading technology company, and they are seeking a Program Manager (Contract) to provide critical operational support for platform validation activities. The role involves managing device inventory, coordinating hardware allocation, and ensuring devices are ready for testing workflows.

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Responsibilities

Flash devices with required builds and ensure proper configuration for validation testing
Manage device allocation and maintain accurate inventory tracking systems
Coordinate device availability and distribution with engineering and program management teams
Perform basic troubleshooting to resolve device configuration and operational issues
Develop and improve documentation to enable team self-service capabilities
Monitor and report device readiness status and identify potential blockers to stakeholders
Maintain detailed records of device status throughout the validation lifecycle
Ensure devices are prepared and available to support timely execution of testing scenarios
Partner with internal engineering teams to understand hardware requirements and priorities

Qualification

Device flashingHardware inventory trackingTechnical troubleshootingOrganizational capabilitiesDocumentation creationCoordination across teamsWindowsEffective communicationProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailWork independently

Required

Minimum 2 years of experience with device flashing and setup
Minimum 2 years of experience with hardware inventory tracking and asset management
Minimum 2 years of experience performing basic technical troubleshooting
Previous hands-on technical or lab operations experience required
Device flashing and setup procedures
Hardware inventory tracking and asset management
Basic technical troubleshooting methodologies
Strong organizational and tracking capabilities
Meticulous attention to detail with ability to follow procedures precisely
Documentation creation and maintenance
Effective communication and coordination across technical teams
Familiarity with Windows devices and platform environments
Ability to work independently while managing multiple concurrent tasks
Problem-solving skills to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Company

Microsoft

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Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (7677)
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2020 (7852)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1M
Key Investors
Technology Venture Investors
2022-12-09Post Ipo Equity
1986-03-13IPO
1981-09-01Series Unknown· $1M

Leadership Team

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Satya Nadella
Chairman and CEO
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Vukani Mngxati
Chief Executive Officer - Microsft South Africa
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