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# Principal Data Scientist Lead

- **Company:** Microsoft
- **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Machine Learning, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/principal-data-scientist-lead-redmond-wa-usa-58818761

## About the Role

or * Champion methodological excellence, reproducibility, and effective data storytelling Tasks * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 10+ years technical support, technical consulting experience, or information technology experience OR equivalent experience * Citizenship verification and security screenings as required by Microsoft and government regulations Key requirements *

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you drive advanced causal inference and ML initiatives to guide strategic decisions for executive stakeholders. You'll shape analytic standards, design scalable experimentation for cross-team use, and mentor senior data scientists, accelerating Microsoft's AI transformation. You collaborate with leaders to ensure rigorous measurement and compelling data storytelling. This opportunity lets you influence product and methodological direction while growing as a technical leader within CE&S. Compensation / Benefits * Set long-term vision and standards for experimentation, causal inference, and ML across the organization * Lead high-stakes analyses where correct causal identification informs strategic decisions * Architect scalable modeling and experimentation frameworks adopted across teams * Advise executives and cross-functional leaders on measurement strategy and result interpretation * Mentor senior data scientists and influence hiring and technical growth * Champion methodological excellence, reproducibility, and effective data storytelling Tasks * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 10+ years technical support, technical consulting experience, or information technology experience OR equivalent experience * Citizenship verification and security screenings as required by Microsoft and government regulations Key requirements *


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