Principal Data Scientist

Do you enjoy solving problems, looking at problems through a different lens, and working closely with customers to innovatenew solutionsto complex problems? Do you jump with excitement at the opportunity toidentifytrends and provide unique business solutions? Do you want to join a team where learning abouta new technologyor solution is part of our work every day?Then, come join us!, * You will oversee data acquisition and ensure data is properly formatted and described.You'llalso coach engineers in data cleaning and analysis best practices,identifygaps in current data sets, and drive ethics and privacy discussions around data collection and preparation.

• You will evaluate your team's models and recommend improvements as necessary, drive best practices for models, and develop operational models that run at scale.You'llalso conduct thorough reviews of data analysis and modelingtechniques, andidentifyand invent new evaluation methods.

• You will research andmaintaina deep knowledge of the industry, including trends and technologies, so that you canidentifystrategy opportunities and contribute to thoughtleadershipbest practices.You'llalso write extensible code that spans multiplefeatures, anddevelopexpertisein proper debugging techniques.

• You will define business, customer, and solution strategy goals, and partner with other teams toidentifyand explore new opportunities.You'llalso commit to a customer-oriented focus by acknowledging theirneeds, andoffer customer pragmatic solutions that align with their data capabilities.

Required/Minimum Qualifications (RQs/MQs)

• Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND5+ year(s) data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)

• ORMaster's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND7+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)

• ORBachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 10+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)

• OR equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

• Microsoft is unable to sponsor a work visa for this role due to the nature of the role's job duties.

Additionalor Preferred Qualifications (PQs)

• Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND8+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)

• ORMaster's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 10+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)

• ORBachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 12+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results

• OR equivalent experience.

• 3+ years customer-facing, project-delivery experience, professional services, and/or consulting experience.

• Enjoy travel and are comfortable with travel up to 25%

Our team prides itself on embracing a growth mindset, inspiring excellence, and encouraging everyone to share their unique viewpoints and be their authenticselves. Join us and help create life-changing innovations that impact billions around the world!

At Microsoft, we are seeking people who have a passion for the positive impact technology can have on communities and for making a difference in the world. Within ISE, you will find a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, personal and cultural experiences which are vital to our success with our customers. It'san informal and flexible workenvironmentandyou'llbe welcome to work in the way that best enables you to get your job done.

We invest in your health,wellness,and financial future by offering a competitive package including a wide range of benefits built around your personal needs and those close to you.

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