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Since 2016, we’ve partnered with over 120 companies, helping them scale through access to Microsoft’s ecosystem and resources. Headquartered in San Francisco and Seattle, M12 is at the forefront of shaping the future of AI innovation.\nAs aPortfolio Development Manager specializing in AI Infrastructure, AI Local and GPU optimization, you will work with cutting-edge startups securing AI models, platforms, and applications. Your mission is to accelerate their growth by connecting them to Microsoft’s technology stack, go-to-market channels, and strategic partnerships. This role blends technical understanding of AI Infrastructure with business acumen, enabling you to craft strategies that deliver mutual success for Microsoft and our portfolio companies.\nSuccess will be achieved by developing a detailed understanding of the companies‘ needs and opportunities, and aligning those to Microsoft’s strategic initiatives, internal product teams, and customer priorities. You will work as an extension of our companies on topics ranging from channel sales and product development to co-marketing strategies. Our team forms close relationships with our founders and executive teams to help them in their journeys. Successful execution in this role is what will help distinguish our team from other venture funds and corporate investors.\nThis role will be focused on supporting M12’s existing and future portfolio companies. Working at M12, you will gain invaluable exposure to the startup ecosystem and learn how companies are built at different stages. You will also develop skills and knowledge about the world of venture capital and get experience working across a variety of teams and functions at Microsoft. Over time, someone in this role will establish an extensive network of connections both externally and internally. 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This role requires 3 days in the office each week and typically involves 10% travel throughout the year.\nResponsibilities\nDevelop deep knowledge of portfolio companies’ business models, technical roadmaps, and market positioning. \nTranslate startups’ product goals into successful partnerships with Microsoft, leveraging Microsoft Infrastructure stack, Azure AI, Copilot, and other advanced platforms. \nBuild relationships across Microsoft (Engineering, AI Research, Product, Sales, Corporate Strategy) to align investments with strategic initiatives. \nExperiment with new programs to scale adoption and accelerate portfolio growth. \nPartner with M12 investors to assess technical differentiation and strategic alignment of AI startups. \nContribute to M12’s culture by embracing diversity, fostering trust, and driving innovation. \nQualifications\nRequired/minimum qualifications\nBachelor'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 experienceOR equivalent experience.\n\nAdditional or preferred qualifications\nMaster'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 experienceOR equivalent experience.\n\nPortfolio Development IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $106,400 - $203,600 per year. 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