Senior Applied Scientist (Bing Places)

Overview

Do you have a keen interest in leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to solve complex, real-world challenges? Join the Bing Places Data team, where we build innovative solutions to improve search relevance, enhance user experiences, and enable businesses to thrive.

As a Senior Applied Data Scientist, you will

• use Large Language Models (LLMs), Small Language Models (SLMs), and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models to create modern, scalable, and efficient systems.
• collaborate with a dynamic, research-driven team that values curiosity, creativity, and a growth mindset.

In this role, you will design and implement advanced AI solutions, staying at the forefront of the latest research in machine learning and natural language processing. You’ll have the opportunity to accelerate your career by working with industry leaders, refining your expertise in applied sciences, and contributing to impactful, customer-centric projects.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.  

Starting January 26, 2026, Microsoft AI (MAI) employees who live within a 50- mile commute of a designated Microsoft office in the U.S. or 25-mile commute of a non-U.S., country-specific location are expected to work from the office at least four days per week. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy solutions leveraging LLMs, SLMs, and RAG models to solve complex data challenges and enhance the Bing Places platform.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in AI/ML research, evaluate their applicability, and integrate them into scalable systems.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, data scientists, and product managers, to translate research insights into actionable solutions.
• Create robust pipelines for data processing, training, and inferencing to optimize model performance and scalability.
• Mentor junior team members, foster knowledge sharing, and support recruiting efforts to build a world-class research team.
• Uphold ethical principles in AI, ensuring solutions are fair, unbiased, and aligned with Microsoft’s privacy standards.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor'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 Master's Degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) 
  • OR Doctorate in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 1+ year(s) related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
  • OR equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master'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 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.
• 3+ years of experience in publishing peer-reviewed research or presenting at conferences.
• Proven expertise in developing and deploying AI solutions in production environments.
• Experience working with cloud-based infrastructure and big data technologies.

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Applied Sciences IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158,400 - $258,000 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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