Employer Microsoft
Type Full Time
Arrangement Hybrid
Salary USD $119,800 - $304,200 per year depending on level and location
Seniority Senior
Sector Cross sector
Technical Engineering
Posted 20 Nov 2025
Deadline 19 May 2026
Platform and Products Architecture and Infrastructure

Senior and Principal Applied Scientists at Microsoft lead applied AI research and integrate advanced techniques into flagship productivity products.

Role Overview

Microsoft's productivity division is hiring Senior and Principal Applied Scientists to advance state-of-the-art AI research and integrate it into core productivity products such as M365 Copilot, Word, Teams, and Dynamics 365.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and conduct applied research projects with real-world product impact
  • Integrate rigorous scientific methods into the product lifecycle
  • Collaborate with researchers, engineers, designers, and product managers
  • Bridge research and product teams
  • Publish and share research through top-tier venues
  • Teach and guide colleagues in research best practices

Qualifications

  • Doctorate, Master's, or Bachelor's degree with relevant research experience
  • Strong publication record in top-tier scientific venues
  • Experience in applied AI research areas such as LLMs, RAG, and reinforcement learning
  • Ability to pass Microsoft Cloud background checks

Additional Information

Multiple positions across U.S. locations. Competitive compensation with benefits.