Principal Applied Scientist

Microsoft Microsoft · Big Tech · Redmond, WA +2 · Applied Sciences

Seeking a Principal Applied Scientist to research and develop novel AI agents, focusing on agentic systems, multi-step reasoning, and tool use. This role involves pushing the boundaries of AI agent capabilities and contributing to impactful AI products.

What you'd actually do

  1. Research and develop novel AI agents, focusing on agentic systems, multi-step reasoning, and tool use.
  2. Push the boundaries of AI agent capabilities and contribute to the advancement of the field.
  3. Collaborate with a team of researchers and engineers to design, implement, and evaluate AI systems.
  4. Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals.
  5. Mentor junior scientists and engineers.

Skills

Required

  • PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field
  • Proven track record of research and development in AI agents
  • Expertise in agentic systems, multi-step reasoning, and tool use
  • Strong programming skills in Python
  • Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice to have

  • Experience with large language models (LLMs)
  • Familiarity with RAG and vector databases
  • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
  • Publications in top AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)

What the JD emphasized

  • novel AI agents
  • agentic systems
  • multi-step reasoning
  • tool use
  • push the boundaries
  • advancement of the field
  • research findings

Other signals

  • Develops and deploys novel AI agents
  • Focuses on agentic systems and multi-step reasoning
  • Contributes to the advancement of AI agent capabilities