Description
Microsoft is hiring a Principal Applied Scientist to lead applied science strategy for AI-powered product areas, including LLM evaluation, experimentation, MLOps, reliability, safety, and production-quality AI systems. The role partners with engineering and product leadership, defines success metrics and launch criteria, mentors scientists and engineers, and influences cross-team AI development practices. Candidates need a relevant bachelor's, master's, or doctorate degree plus the stated years of related experience, along with security-screening eligibility. The typical U.S. base pay range is USD $142,800-$274,800 per year, with higher ranges for the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area.
