Microsoft Principal Researcher-Artificial Specialized 

Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver 

647737188

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctorate in relevant field AND 3+ years related research experience
• OR equivalent experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in research related to Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning

Additional or Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in relevant field AND 5+ years related research experience
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Experience publishing academic papers as a lead author or essential contributor.
• Experience participating in a top conference in relevant research domain.
• Background in system and architecture, including experience with computer hardware, software, and networking technologies.
• Deep knowledge about the latest technical advancements such as AI and related system
• A track record of published research in the field of AI or other system innovation is a plus.
• Keen interest in general AI research, including but not limited to large foundation models.

Research Sciences IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across Canada is CAD $132,800 - CAD $247,200 per year. Find additional pay information here:

• Identifying and driving new research directions, creating new technologies and collaborating with Microsoft product groups and external partners to deploy them in real-world settings.
• Stay current with the latest trends, research, and developments in AI, machine learning, and system architecture to ensure our systems remain at the forefront of innovation.
• Evaluate the performance of AI-centric systems and provide recommendations for improvement and optimization.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals, conferences, and other relevant venues, and present research results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide researchers and engineers in their research and development efforts.
• Collaborate with industry partners and academic institutions to drive joint research projects and initiatives.