Sr Portfolio Development Manager at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Partner Management, Sales, Business Development, Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Human Resources, AI/ML Frameworks, Data Governance, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Corporate Innovation, Enterprise AI Adoption, Communication Skills, Channel Partnerships, Cloud Marketplaces, Ecosystem Product Integrations

Industry

Software Development

Description

Working at M12, you will gain invaluable exposure to the startup ecosystem and learn how companies are built at different stages. Develop deep knowledge of AI portfolio companies' business models, technical roadmaps, and market positioning. Experiment with new programs to scale AI adoption and accelerate portfolio growth. Evangelize M12's AI thesis internally and externally, providing insights on emerging AI trends and technologies. Partner with M12 investors to assess technical differentiation and strategic alignment of AI startups. Serve as a trusted advisor to founders on topics such as model deployment, data strategy, compliance, and responsible AI practices. Contribute to M12's culture by embracing diversity, fostering trust, and driving innovation. Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Operations, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years partner management, sales, business development, product management, engineering, marketing, human resources, or partner channel development in the technology industry experience OR equivalent experience. Master's Degree in Business Administration, Business Science, or advanced STEM degree AND 8+ years partner management, sales, business development, product management, or partner channel development in the technology industry experience OR equivalent experience. Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) or cloud AI services. Familiarity with data governance, model evaluation, and responsible AI principles. Experience working at an AI startup or with entrepreneurs in the AI space. Understanding of corporate innovation processes and enterprise AI adoption. Excellent communication skills for translating technical concepts into business value. Experience with channel partnerships, cloud marketplaces, and ecosystem product integrations.

Responsibilities

The Sr Portfolio Development Manager will develop deep knowledge of AI portfolio companies' business models and market positioning while experimenting with new programs to scale AI adoption. They will serve as a trusted advisor to founders on various topics related to AI and contribute to M12's culture by embracing diversity and driving innovation.