New 
Principal Applied Scientist
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Washington, Redmond | |
 Oct 18, 2025 | |
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OverviewLarge Language Models (LLMs) are fundamentally transforming how we build solutions for our customers. The People Analytics team is focused on developing robust, scalable, and LLM-powered solutions that enable customers to access and understand their data more efficiently. Our work spans multiple domains-data science, engineering, and AI-bringing them together to deliver impactful insights and user experiences.As an Principal Applied Scientist on the People Analytics team, you will leverage your expertise to drive innovation and lead efforts to design, develop, and deliver scalable, high-quality solutions powered by LLMs. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on end-to-end systems that integrate data, engineering, LLMs, and user experience. The position is based in Redmond, WA, USA, and requires working from the office at least three days per week.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.
ResponsibilitiesServe as a team expert on changes in industry trends, products, and other advances, and apply this knowledge to influence product needs.Review business and product requirements, incorporate engineers and product manager, and provide strategic direction for problem solving. Ensure scientific rigor, support the development of methods, and apply your expertise to support business impact.Document work and experimentation results and share findings to promote innovation. Provide guidance when capturing processes and contribute to ethics and privacy policies related to research processes and data collection.Design end-to-end solutions and lead the team in integrating AI capabilities into the product.Embody our culture and values. | |