Machine Learning Scientist II jobs in United States
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Microsoft · 1 day ago

Machine Learning Scientist II

Microsoft is a leading technology company that is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Machine Learning Scientist II to join their Office AI Platform team. The role involves researching and developing state-of-the-art tools and methods in machine learning, collaborating with various teams to advance the strategic vision of the company, and defining project goals and deliverables.

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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, yielding new algorithms, prototypes, theories, tools, methods, or collections of data
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

Qualification

Machine LearningPythonTransformer-based modelsAI model developmentPredictive analyticsData analysisDiversityInclusionProblem solvingLeadership skillsGrowth mindset

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 2+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR Master's Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 1+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR Doctorate in Statistics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 1+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR equivalent experience
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

Preferred

Masters or Doctorate in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, or related areas with industry experience or publication record in the areas of Large Language Models, Machine Learning, or Natural Language Processing
Problem solving and data analysis skills, with expertise in developing or applying predictive analytics, statistical modelling, data mining, or machine learning algorithms
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

Company

Microsoft

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Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1M
Key Investors
Technology Venture Investors
2022-12-09Post Ipo Equity
1986-03-13IPO
1981-09-01Series Unknown· $1M

Leadership Team

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Satya Nadella
Chairman and CEO
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Vukani Mngxati
Chief Executive Officer - Microsft South Africa
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