Technical Program Manager • Engineer • Thought Leader

Damarcus Lett

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Building the Future of Tech at Microsoft —
One System, One Story at a Time.

0+ Years Experience
0 Companies
Xbox
Information Systems
EXPERIENCE ACROSS INDUSTRY LEADERS

About Me

The Engineer Behind the Brand

I'm Damarcus Lett — a Business Information Systems graduate turned Technical Program Manager at Microsoft, where I drive Xbox engineering initiatives that reach millions of users worldwide.

My journey spans General Electric, Emerson Climate Technologies, Johnson & Johnson, Boeing, Dell Technologies, Intel, and now Microsoft. Each stop sharpened my ability to bridge complex technical systems with strategic business outcomes.

Now I'm on a mission to demystify tech and engineering for the next generation — sharing real stories from inside the world's most iconic companies.

Engineering Excellence

Strategic Thinking

Amplifying Voices in Tech

Damarcus Lett — Technical Program Manager at Microsoft

Damarcus Lett

Microsoft
Technical Program Manager

Career Journey

A Career Built Across Industry Giants

Technical Program Manager II

Microsoft

Current Professional Jan 2022 – Present Redmond, WA

Driving Xbox engineering programs and technical initiatives impacting millions of global users. Leading cross-org alignment across Xbox hardware, software, and cloud gaming platform teams.

Engineering Program Manager II

Microsoft

Professional Aug 2019 – Jan 2022 Redmond, WA

Led cross-functional engineering initiatives across Microsoft product lines, coordinating between engineering, design, and business stakeholders to drive program delivery at scale.

Technical Data Analytics

Intel Corporation

Internship May 2019 – Aug 2019 Greater Phoenix Area, AZ

Applied advanced data analytics to optimize technical processes and inform engineering decisions at scale within Intel's semiconductor ecosystem.

Technical Project Management

Dell Technologies

Internship May 2018 – Aug 2018 Austin, TX

Managed complex technology projects from inception to delivery, coordinating hardware and software teams across Dell's enterprise product lines.

Technical Project Management

Boeing

Internship May 2017 – Aug 2017 Seattle, WA

Coordinated engineering projects in one of the world's most demanding and regulated technical environments, ensuring delivery precision and compliance.

Therma-Tru

IT Service Help Desk

Therma-Tru

Internship Aug 2016 – Nov 2016 Maumee, OH

Provided technical support and IT service desk operations for a leading door manufacturer, developing hands-on experience in enterprise helpdesk systems and troubleshooting.

Enterprise Data Management

Eaton

Internship May 2016 – Aug 2016 Greater Cleveland, OH

Built and maintained enterprise-scale data systems supporting Eaton's global power management operations and business intelligence platforms.

System Engineer

General Electric: Aviation

Internship Jan 2016 – May 2016 Grand Rapids, MI

Applied systems engineering principles within GE's aviation division, supporting technical analysis and cross-functional coordination in a highly regulated aerospace environment.

Database Project Management

Johnson & Johnson

Internship May 2015 – Aug 2015 New Brunswick, NJ

Delivered database solutions and managed data projects within J&J's highly regulated healthcare and consumer products environment.

Electrical Engineer

Emerson Climate Technologies

Internship Jan 2015 – May 2015 Sidney, OH

Applied electrical engineering fundamentals to real-world HVAC, industrial automation, and control systems — the first step in a career across industry-defining companies.

The University of Toledo

IT Help Desk

The University of Toledo

Campus Jan 2014 – Dec 2014 Toledo, OH

Provided campus-wide IT support as a student worker, building foundational technical skills in help desk operations, hardware troubleshooting, and end-user support.

Expertise

Skills Forged Across 10 Companies

Program Management

Agile Scrum PMP Methodologies Roadmapping Stakeholder Management Risk Management OKRs

Technical Delivery

Program Planning Cross-team Coordination Delivery Execution Technical Documentation Process Improvement

Technical Leadership

Cross-functional Leadership Executive Communication Strategic Planning Executive Briefings

Data & Analytics

Technical Data Analytics Enterprise Data Management Database Systems BI Tools SQL

Engineering Foundation

Information Systems Information Systems Industrial Systems Controls Signal Systems

Content & Influence

LinkedIn Thought Leadership Technical Writing Community Building Personal Branding Mentorship
Community & Representation

Organizations I Represent

Engineering excellence, cultural pride, and service to humanity aren't just values — they are commitments I live through the communities that shaped me as a professional and a person.

National Society of Black Engineers official logo
Member & Representative Est. 1975

National Society of Black Engineers

The largest student-governed organization whose purpose is to increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.

Academic Excellence Professional Dev Community Impact
nsbe.org
AfroTech official logo
Member & Conference Attendee

AfroTech

The premier tech conference and media brand celebrating and accelerating the careers of Black technologists. Where the culture meets Silicon Valley — innovation, community, and opportunity at the highest level.

Innovation Networking Black Excellence
afrotech.com
Member Founded Howard Univ. 1914

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

A historically Black Greek-letter organization built on Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service. “Culture For Service and Service For Humanity.” Shaping leaders since 1914.

Brotherhood Scholarship Service
phibetasigma1914.org
Brotherhood
Engineering Excellence
Service to Community
Black Excellence in Tech
Lifting As We Climb

Thought Leadership

Join the Conversation

I share unfiltered insights from inside Big Tech — for engineers, aspiring PMs, and anyone navigating the tech industry.

Career Navigation

How to break into and grow within top tech companies. Real advice from someone who's done it at 9 of the world's best.

Engineering Insights

Technical concepts from Information Systems to TPM — explained clearly for real-world application and career growth.

Leadership & Strategy

What it actually takes to lead technical programs at scale inside companies like Microsoft, Boeing, and Intel.

Get In Touch

Let's Build Something Together

Whether it's collaboration, speaking opportunities, mentorship, or just a good conversation about tech — I'm here. Send a message or grab time on my calendar directly.

Location

Greater Seattle, WA Area

Open To

Speaking • Mentorship • Collaboration