Applied Scientist • Lead

Who you are

You have extensive experience in applied science and AI, with a proven track record of leading teams to deliver innovative solutions. Your expertise in generative AI and large-language models allows you to translate complex breakthroughs into practical applications that enhance user experiences. You possess strong leadership skills, inspiring your team to achieve ambitious goals while fostering a collaborative environment.

You are adept at defining scientific strategies and metrics that measure user intent and productivity improvements. Your technical acumen enables you to guide your team in selecting the right models for various applications, ensuring that solutions are both effective and scalable. You have a strong background in data analysis, allowing you to oversee the development of high-quality datasets that reflect real-world workflows.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead the applied science team responsible for developing the next generation of AI-driven calendar experiences. You will define and evolve the scientific strategy that underpins the Copilot for Calendar initiative, ensuring that features are aligned with user needs and productivity goals. You will provide technical leadership on model selection and deployment, guiding your team in designing and implementing systems that operate at enterprise scale.

You will oversee the creation of synthetic and customer-grounded datasets, ensuring rigorous evaluation sets and benchmarks are in place to measure success. Collaborating closely with engineering, product management, and design teams, you will drive the applied-science roadmap, ensuring that AI solutions are reliable, scalable, and responsible. Your vision will inspire your team to raise the quality bar for Copilot, aligning efforts around measurable objectives that enhance user experiences.

What we offer

At Microsoft, you will be part of a mission-driven organization focused on reinventing productivity through AI. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and lead a talented team of applied scientists. We offer a collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a significant impact on the future of productivity tools. Join us in shaping the next generation of AI-driven experiences that empower users to manage their time effectively.