As a Principal Applied Scientist in Microsoft’s CoreAI organization, you will join a team at the forefront of developing cutting-edge AI technologies that ensure safety, security, and trustworthiness. Your primary responsibilities include designing and implementing machine learning techniques to advance responsible AI systems, collaborating closely with product, research, and engineering teams across various flagship products like GitHub Copilot and Azure OpenAI. You will work on large-scale distributed systems, leveraging deep learning and transformer-based models to address complex challenges in AI safety and alignment. Ideal candidates possess a Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related fields, along with extensive experience in research or applied ML engineering roles. Proficiency in Python, familiarity with large language models (LLMs), and expertise in distributed systems are crucial, as is the ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments where innovation meets practical application at scale.
Skills
Python
TensorFlow
PyTorch
Kubernetes
Docker
Azure
CI/CD
GitHub
PostgreSQL
Redis
Scikit-learn
Pandas
Numpy
Jupyter
Git
Linux
AWS
Google Cloud
What you'll do
Develop advanced machine learning techniques to enhance safety and trustworthiness in AI systems.
Design responsible AI systems that scale from early-stage development through production deployment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cutting-edge research into practical applications.
Maintain and iterate on AI systems, ensuring continuous improvement and reliability.
Monitor AI system performance to identify areas for optimization and enhancement.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 6+ years of experience.
Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
Experience with large language models and deep learning techniques.
Hands-on experience with transformer-based models and AI safety.
Strong background in distributed systems, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
Proven ability to solve complex problems and work independently in fast-paced environments.
Market check
Salary context
This
$139,900–$274,800
range sits above
60%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$139,900–$272,875
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$177,250–$214,500
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Microsoft
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
534 open roles
on FindRole.
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$119,800–$234,700
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