Director Learning Programs

At Worldwide Learning (WWL), our mission is to inspire every person and organization on the planet to reach their potential through learning. With technology evolving rapidly, having a skilled workforce is more important than ever. We believe that making learning accessible to all is key to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, helping people excel both personally and professionally, and igniting innovation.We are looking for a strategic, analytical, and collaborative individual to join our team as a Director Learning Programs. In this role, you will design and own programs that help users learn using cutting edge Microsoft technologies, upskill to meet the moment with AI, and build their professional identities and relationships within the Microsoft ecosystem.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.ResponsibilitiesIn the Director Learning Programs role, you will be responsible for the following:Design of breadth membership programs to upskill technical and productivity workers across the Microsoft ecosystem and help them grow professionally. Creation of technical requirements and designs for member-facing experiences covering the full membership lifecycle, including novel learning experiences. Work with cross-functional partners in marketing, developer relations, and across WWL to create communications and in-person experiences for program members. Program management and stewardship, including defining success metrics, introducing benefits, community engagement, and managing program costs. Culture: Be a trusted partner to executives and an active participant in WWL strategy and planning. OtherEmbody our Culture and Values.  QualificationsRequired/minimum qualificationsMaster's Degree or equivalent AND 5+ years experience in Learning and Development, relevant technical roles, or program management OR Bachelor's Degree or equivalent AND/OR 7+ years experience in Learning and Development, relevant technical roles, or program management. Experience creating frameworks and articulating organization-wide strategies with an outside-in perspective. Familiarity with the rapidly changing AI landscape for both knowledge workers and developers. Experience defining product strategy, prioritizing features, and aligning cross-functional teams (engineering, design, research, marketing, etc.). Communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management experience. Experience in defining success metrics and measuring impact. Preferred QualificaitonsExperience defining tech industry upskilling and credentialing programs. Microsoft Fundamentals, Coaching (e.g., International Coaching Federation), Project and/or Program Management Professional, archival, or a similar certificate. Demonstrates commitment to career development and continuous or consistent learning through formal and informal efforts (e.g., change management, design thinking, management training, online courses). Integrated Learning IC6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $130,900 - $277,200 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 $165,600 - $303,600 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-payMicrosoft will accept applications for the role until October 21, 2025.#E&Ojobs #EOjobsMicrosoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.