Applied Scientist II

Overview

Are you an Applied Scientist II passionate about building intelligent systems that enhance productivity in Office applications? Do you have a strong foundation in machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and software engineering? Join our team of applied scientists and engineers working at the forefront of generative AI to shape the future of productivity tools.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 2+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)OR Master's Degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 1+ year(s) related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)OR Doctorate in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related fieldOR equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of industry experience in applied machine learning or data science roles.
• Proficiency in Python and ML libraries such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Experience developing and evaluating generative AI models.
• Familiarity with NLP techniques and content understanding.

Other Requirements :

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and / or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings :

Preferred Qualifications :

Responsibilities

Benefits / perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.Industry leading healthcareEducational resourcesDiscounts on products and servicesSavings and investmentsMaternity and paternity leaveGenerous time awayGiving programsOpportunities to network and connect