Technical Program Manager

Established two decades ago, the lab has been at the forefront of computer science research in India and has been home to world class talent and projects. As a Technical Program Manager at MSR India, you will: Drive Program Management: Build technology roadmaps, and milestone plans with clear OKRs; manage dependencies and unblock execution across teams for research projects. Contribute to Research & Execution: Contribute to strategy and end-to-end execution for disruptive research initiatives, ensuring robust pipelines, high quality deliverables, and timely milestones. Collaborate closely with Technical Team: Work hands-on with researchers and engineers in a boundaryless manner, actively contributing to the design, development, experimentation, and deployment of cutting-edge solutions across the lab's projects. Steer Stakeholder Relationships: Manage relationships across diverse stakeholders - including internal teams, academia, NGOs, government agencies, and volunteer communities to amplify engagement and impact. Bachelors, in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent disciplines. 5+ years of experience as a Technical Program Manager or in product development. 2+ years managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects. Experience using data to drive prioritization and measure progress. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior executives and customers. Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent disciplines. Experience in AI/ML research environments or research-to-product tech transfer. Demonstrated ability to operate in ambiguous, high velocity settings and shape strategy for emerging technologies. Familiarity with Responsible AI practices and experimentation workflows. Hands-on technical skills in AI/ML, software engineering, or related domains are highly desirable.