Mike Helsel
A human-centered approach to technology and leadership.
I build and lead teams that create scalable, automated systems to solve complex engineering challenges.
About
I'm a Principal Technical Program Manager at Microsoft in the Office of the CTO, where I lead strategic initiatives at the intersection of software, hardware, and systems engineering. With a background that spans from stealth startups to tech giants like Google, I have a passion for building not just innovative products, but also high-performing, collaborative teams.
My expertise lies in transforming complex industrial and technical challenges into streamlined, automated solutions that drive significant business impact. I thrive on cross-functional leadership and mentoring the next generation of engineers.
Currently
Microsoft — Office of the CTO
Previously
Focus
Leadership, Automation & Systems
Experience
Principal Technical Program Manager
Microsoft — Office of the CTO
Leading strategic initiatives at the intersection of software, hardware, and systems engineering within the Office of the CTO.
Principal Engineer - Software & Control Systems
Stealth Startup
Architected and built core software and control systems for an early-stage venture in industrial automation.
Industrial Automation & Robotics Engineering Manager
Managed engineering teams building automation and robotics solutions for Google's infrastructure operations.
Featured Projects
Process Automation Suite
An advanced automation platform for streamlining complex business processes with real-time monitoring and analytics.
Cloud Infrastructure Manager
A scalable system for managing enterprise-level cloud environments with automated deployment and resource optimization.
Intelligent Build System
A next-gen CI/CD platform using AI to optimize build times and automate testing and deployment strategies.