Principal Applied Science Manager

Microsoft is on a mission to reinvent productivity with AI, and the Copilot for Calendar initiative is at the forefront of this effort. We are seeking a Principal Applied Science Manager to lead the development of AI-powered calendar experiences that help users organize and manage time more effectively.

• Keep abreast of the latest breakthroughs in generative AI and large-language models and translate them into practical, high-impact calendar Copilot solutions that leverage M365 graph to deliver personalized, context-aware solutions for time management.
• Define and iterate on relevance metrics that measure how Copilot features truly serve user intent in M365 Calendar.
• Determine where fine-tuned LLMs (large language models), small language models, or other specialized approaches are required—and own their design, training, and deployment.
• Build high-fidelity synthetic and manufactured datasets, along with rigorous evaluation sets and benchmarks that mirror the workflows of enterprise information-workers.
• Drive the applied-science strategy for industry-leading calendar agents, partnering closely with engineering and product teams to ship at scale.
• Build a clear, inspiring vision that aligns every team member around ambitious, measurable goals.
• Recruit and nurture diverse talent, fostering a culture of ownership, psychological safety, and relentless learning.
• Empower the team with resources and trust, then remove obstacles so they can execute rapidly and deliver outsized, sustainable impact.

• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
• OR Master's Degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
• OR Doctorate in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
• OR equivalent experience.

• Health insurance
• 401k matching
• Flexible work
• Discounts on products and services
• Savings and investments
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Generous time away
• Giving programs
• Opportunities to network and connect

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