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# Principal Applied Researcher

United States, Washington, Redmond, California, Mountain View, New York Senior individual contributor Research & Science 

Listed on Microsoft’s official careers site. Posted May 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Microsoft’s careers site →](https://apply.careers.microsoft.com/careers/job/1970393556867061)

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## Job description

Lead research projects on the future of AI for developers Stay up to date with the research literature and product advances in AI for software engineering Build and manage large-scale ML experiments and models. Embody our Culture and Values Doctorate in relevant field OR Master's Degree in relevant field AND 3+ years related research experience OR Bachelor's Degree in relevant field AND 4+ years related research experience OR equivalent experience.

OR equivalent experience. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Doctorate in relevant field AND 3+ years related research experience OR Master's Degree in relevant field AND 6+ years related research experience OR Bachelor's Degree in relevant field AND 8+ 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. 2+ years experience in building machine learning and AI for production environment. 3+ years experience developing and deploying live production systems, as part of a product team. 3+ years experience developing and deploying products or systems at multiple points in the product cycle from ideation to shipping.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: May 20, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 151 days
- Location: United States, Washington, Redmond, California, Mountain View, New York[Apply on Microsoft’s careers site →](https://apply.careers.microsoft.com/careers/job/1970393556867061)

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