The Principal Applied Scientist role at Microsoft involves developing machine learning techniques focused on safety, alignment, and trustworthy AI. The position is part of the CoreAI organization, which is integral to Azure AI innovation and Microsoft's flagship products. The team collaborates across product, research, and engineering to create responsible AI systems that impact users at scale. Candidates will engage in all stages from early development to production and continuous iteration.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 6+ years related experience.
• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 4+ years related experience.
• Doctorate in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 3+ years related experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.

• Develop machine learning techniques that enhance safety, alignment, and trustworthy AI.
• Collaborate with product, research, and engineering teams to design responsible AI systems.
• Engage in early-stage development, experimentation, and production monitoring.
• Iterate continuously on AI systems to ensure they meet safety and trust standards.

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.