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Work type: On-site
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Salary: $139,900–$274,800 / yr
Posted: 73 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $180k

This role $207k

$101k most similar roles pay here $293k

This role pays more than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $152,150–$207,350 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $207k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

Microsoft currently has 1580 open roles on FindRole.

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As a Principal Applied Scientist on Microsoft Teams’ cutting-edge research team, you will drive the integration of advanced scientific methods into product development to enhance global teamwork communication. Your daily tasks include collaborating with researchers, engineers, and product managers to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical application, teaching colleagues about state-of-the-art techniques, and publishing your findings to advance industry understanding. You will also engage with Microsoft Research (MSR) leaders to plan and execute applied research projects that address complex challenges in areas like reinforcement learning, multimodal modeling, and privacy-preserving AI, ensuring the product remains at the forefront of innovation. Ideal candidates have a strong track record of impactful research published in top-tier venues and experience translating scientific advancements into tangible benefits for diverse user groups.

Skills

Python Java C# TensorFlow PyTorch Keras Scikit-learn ReinforcementLearning MultimodalModeling PostTrainingTechniques HumanCenteredAI CollaborativeAI PrivacyPreservingAI TrustworthyAI DataCentricAI MultilingualAI CI/CD

What you'll do

Integrate rigorous scientific methods into the product lifecycle to shape product direction.
Serve as a bridge between research and product teams by collaborating with various roles.
Guide colleagues in state-of-the-art techniques and best practices in research.
Share research findings through publications to contribute to the understanding of cutting-edge products.
Communicate complex concepts with product leaders and Microsoft researchers during project planning.

What we're looking for

PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
Expertise in reinforcement learning, multimodal modeling, post-training techniques, and human-centered AI.
Strong publication record in top-tier scientific venues like NeurIPS, ICML, ACL, and CHI.
Proven ability to translate research into practical applications that enhance user experiences.
Demonstrated technical leadership and mentorship experience in guiding team members.

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