Are you passionate about shaping the future of AI-driven software and empowering billions of people worldwide? Do you want to build and enhance intelligent systems that run on thousands of machines across global data centers? Are you excited by the prospect of accelerating developer productivity and transforming engineering efficiency using AI? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you at Microsoft!
Key Responsibilities
- Drive AI research and development for AI-infused software services and intelligent applications.
- Build and improve highly scalable classifiers, ranking algorithms, SLMs, LLMs, and fine-tuning methodologies (e.g., RLHF).
- Work closely with engineering teams, data scientists, and AI researchers to develop scalable and impactful AI solutions.
- Stay ahead of rapid advancements in AI, ML, and data science, and apply innovative approaches to solve complex problems.
- Establish trusted relationships with stakeholders across diverse teams within Microsoft.
- Communicate findings, insights, and research outcomes effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Required Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must have a strong academic background and hands-on experience in data science, AI, and machine learning.
Educational Background (Choose one of the following)
- Ph.D. in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or a related field + 5+ years of experience in AI/data science.
- Master’s Degree in the above fields + 7+ years of experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree in the above fields + 10+ years of experience.
- Equivalent experience in AI and data science-related roles.
Technical Skills & Experience
- 5+ years working in an AI research environment or developing AI-infused software services.
- Expertise in structured and unstructured data management, advanced statistical techniques, and machine learning.
- Strong understanding of AI model development, optimization, and fine-tuning.
- Experience in working with highly scalable AI/ML models, ranking algorithms, SLMs, and LLMs.
- Ability to adapt to rapid innovations in AI and apply novel techniques to improve software experiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in relevant fields + 8+ years of experience OR Master’s Degree + 10+ years OR Bachelor’s Degree + 12+ years.
- Experience in reinforcement learning (RLHF), natural language processing (NLP), deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.), and AI-driven automation tools.
- Strong background in data engineering, AI model interpretability, and responsible AI frameworks.
Additional Requirements
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check. Candidates must pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire and every two years thereafter.
- Ability to meet Microsoft’s customer and/or government security screening requirements.
Why Join Us?
- Work on world-changing projects. Your contributions will impact billions of users worldwide.
- Be at the forefront of AI innovation. Engage in cutting-edge AI research and real-world implementation.
- Career growth and learning. Microsoft provides a learning-driven environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Inclusive work culture. We celebrate diversity, foster inclusion, and value every employee’s contribution.
- Competitive benefits. Microsoft offers top-tier compensation, healthcare benefits, flexible work policies, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, ancestry, citizenship, gender identity, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. If you need reasonable accommodations during the hiring process, please refer to Microsoft’s guidelines on requesting accommodations.
Apply Today!
If you are ready to shape the future of AI and drive meaningful innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Microsoft. Let’s build something amazing together!