The Senior Data Scientist role involves driving high-impact engineering projects by leveraging AI and cloud-based solutions. You will work closely with customers and their engineers to develop innovative solutions while collaborating with a cross-functional team. The position requires a strong background in data management and statistical techniques to analyze data and identify patterns. You will also contribute to open-source projects and engage with Microsoft product teams to empower customers.

• Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field with 1+ years of data-science experience, or a Master's Degree with 3+ years, or a Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Candidates must be able to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements.
• Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance and be willing to upgrade to TS/SCI with polygraph.

• Acquire the data necessary for project plans and develop usable data sets for modeling.
• Evaluate team models and recommend improvements as necessary.
• Research and maintain a deep knowledge of industry trends and technologies.
• Define business, customer, and solution strategy goals and partner with other teams.
• Embark on embodying the company's culture and values.

• 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.