Principal Product Manager (Content Monetization)

TL;DR

Principal Product Manager (Content Monetization): Leading the transformation of MSN's monetization strategy, ad formats, and revenue performance with an accent on programmatic advertising and premium branded content. Focus on diversifying demand mix, strengthening supply quality, and aligning commercial strategy with editorial direction in an agentic AI future.

Location: Redmond, United States (Hybrid - required to work from the office at least four days per week)

Salary: $163,000 – $296,400 per year

Company

hirify.global is a division of Microsoft focused on integrating advanced AI capabilities across its ecosystem, including MSN, Edge, and Copilot.

What you will do

• Define and execute the MSN monetization strategy across premium brand products, sponsorships, and measurement capabilities.
• Own the end-to-end transformation of ad formats and diversify the demand mix.
• Partner with finance to build credible revenue forecasts and track delivery against plans.
• Align commercial strategies with editorial leadership to maintain trust and brand safety.
• Coordinate technical investments in ad serving and data infrastructure with the commercial roadmap.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10+ years of experience in product management or software development.
• Must be based in or within a 50-mile commute of the Redmond office.
• 10+ years of experience in ad monetization or platform economics, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Deep understanding of the programmatic advertising ecosystem and experience shipping premium ad products.
• Demonstrated ability to own and deliver against specific revenue targets.
• Experience with large-scale content platforms and audience data infrastructure.

Nice to have

• 15+ years of experience in product/service/program management.
• Exposure to gaming monetization or video ad products.
• Experience with cross-surface attribution.

Culture & Benefits

• Culture based on a growth mindset, innovation, respect, integrity, and accountability.
• Inclusive work environment designed for professional thriving.
• Competitive base pay with eligibility for additional corporate benefits and compensation.
• Opportunity to impact one of the world's largest content properties.