**Overview** We are seeking a visionary and technically grounded person to help drive the creation and landing of customer value for the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) in Surface Devices. You will work across Microsoft’s internal ecosystem and externally with partners, ISVs and enterprise customers to define, articulate, and deliver the business value of hybrid AI. Your mission: make the NPU indispensable by enabling real-world scenarios that matter to developers, IT Pros, and business decision-makers alike. This role is pivotal in shaping and scaling Microsoft’s hybrid AI strategy—bridging the power of edge inferencing with the scale of Azure AI and Copilot. Hybrid AI is the next frontier—and Surface NPUs are the key to unlocking its potential. This role is your opportunity to shape how Microsoft delivers AI at the edge, creates new value for customers, and redefines what’s possible with Copilot+ PCs. **Responsibilities** + Define and evangelize the hybrid AI value proposition—Surface NPU + Azure AI + Copilot—as a unified platform. + Translate technical capabilities into compelling business narratives that resonate with developers, IT Pros, and enterprise customers. + Partner with marketing and field teams to scale messaging and adoption across global markets. + Develop strong partnerships with ISVs and customers; Collaborate on hybrid AI solutions that use the NPU in practical settings. + Serve as a thought leader at internal and external events, representing Surface in the broader AI ecosystem. + Collaborate deeply with Windows AI Foundry, Azure AI (including Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio), and Surface engineering teams. + Influence product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies through insights from the field and customer feedback. **Qualifications** **Required:** + Bachelor's Degree AND 2+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience. + 1+ year(s) of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects. + 1+ year(s) of experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) **Preferred:** + 1+ year(s) of experience reading and/or writing code (e.g., sample documentation, product demos). + Azure AI fundamentals certified and  Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate 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. (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html)