Microsoft is seeking to develop cutting-edge Copilot experiences in Office apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, leveraging large language models, user data, Microsoft Graph, and the web to drive unparalleled creativity and productivity.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Python and relevant ML libraries (e.g., PyTorch).
- Experience with transformer-based models (e.g., GPT, Llama).
- Technical background in coding and design, specifically in the development of AI models for scaled production services.
- Demonstrated success in shipping applied research to production, highlighting a track record of combining coding skills with advanced expertise in AI model development.
- Problem solving and data analysis skills, with expertise in developing or applying predictive analytics, statistical modelling, data mining, or machine learning algorithms.
Responsibilities
- Research and develop an understanding of the state-of-the-art tools, technologies, and methods being used in the research community and product groups.
- Advance research agenda through one or more projects, fine tuning models, yielding new algorithms, prototypes, theories, tools, methods, or collections of data.
- Lead and mentor team of applied scientists, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Provide technical guidance and support to team members, helping them grow in their careers and achieve their goals.
- Drive the team's strategic vision and align it with the overall company objectives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals, success criteria, and deliverables.
Other
- Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR Master's Degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR Doctorate in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR equivalent experience.
- Leadership skills to influence others, with the ability to understand team dynamics, retain, attract, and develop team members.
- Grounded in growth mindset, and advocate for diversity and inclusion.
- Customer obsessed and passionate about product impact.
