Senior Data Scientist | Microsoft Careers

Microsoft

Hybrid

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Hybrid
Location
Redmond, WASan Francisco, CANew York, NY
Salary
$119,800–$234,700 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
Dec 7, 2026
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Senior Data Scientist | Microsoft Careers

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As a Senior Data Scientist for LLM Evaluation at Copilot, you will join a dynamic team focused on enhancing AI systems to better serve users across various needs. Your primary responsibilities include developing innovative methods to evaluate the performance of large language models (LLMs), training classifiers, and implementing real-time monitoring frameworks. You will collaborate closely with user researchers and product leaders to create automated evaluation tools that drive continuous improvements in Copilot’s capabilities. Key skills required are expertise in social sciences, machine learning, natural language analysis, and experience with LLMs. The role demands a creative problem solver who can navigate complex scenarios, independently shape project direction, and deliver results efficiently. This position involves working on large-scale systems serving millions of users, requiring proficiency in data mining, prompt engineering, and classifier training to ensure Copilot meets both functional and emotional user needs.

Skills

Python SQL MachineLearning NaturalLanguageProcessing DataMining PromptEngineering ClassifierTraining AutomatedTestingSystems UserResearch CI/CD CloudServices Docker Kubernetes Terraform AWS Grafana Prometheus

What you'll do

  • Develop new methods to evaluate LLM performance in real-world scenarios.
  • Train classifiers and experiment with data collection techniques for evaluation.
  • Implement methodologies to provide real-time signals on AI system performance.
  • Create comprehensive automated testing systems for diverse usage cases.
  • Maintain a user-oriented perspective by understanding and validating approaches through research.
  • Track advances in research and adapt algorithms to drive innovation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field plus 5+ years of data science experience.
  • Expertise in evaluating large language models (LLMs) and prompt engineering.
  • Proficiency in developing automated evaluation frameworks and testing systems.
  • Strong background in machine learning, natural language analysis, and social sciences.
  • Ability to independently solve complex problems and deliver results.
  • Experience in tracking research advances and adapting algorithms for production.

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