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# Principal Applied Scientist at Microsoft

Department: Applied Sciences

Compensation

$142,800 – $274,800/yr

**Setup**
: Hybrid

**Location**
: Redmond, Washington · Mountain View, California

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: staff+

**Posted**
: Aug 5, 2026

## Description

Microsoft is hiring a Principal Applied Scientist for its Ads Fraud Detection team to lead complex fraud detection initiatives, develop scalable machine learning and low-latency production systems, and provide technical leadership across science, engineering, ads, security, and privacy teams. The role requires advanced statistical or machine learning expertise, substantial related experience, and the ability to meet Microsoft security screening requirements. Compensation is USD 142,800–274,800 per year in the United States, with higher ranges for the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area.

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