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Senior Data and Applied Scientist - Bing Online Metrics
The Bing organization is looking for a senior data and applied scientist. The team is pushing the boundaries regarding online A/B experimentation capabilities and methods, as well as informs our understanding for how users engage with search engines and integrated AI experiences, and then translates the insights into actionable metrics. These metrics provide direction to the Bing and MAI organization and help engineers make the right ship decisions for their thousands of online controlled experiments.
Hundreds of millions of users visit Bing.com worldwide monthly, and we have a large opportunity to grow further. At Bing, we celebrate our data driven culture: changes only ship when their impact is understood and positive. This role is a great opportunity to make solid, and even multiplicative impact on the org.
As a data and applied scientist in this team, you will have the chance to work on and deliver metrics that drive the direction of major Bing initiatives. You will have the chance to be involved in the analysis and decision making for 1000s of online controlled A/B experiments. Come join us!
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Starting January 26, 2026, Microsoft AI (MAI) employees who live within a 50-mile commute of a designated Microsoft office in the U.S. or 25-mile commute of a non-U.S., country-specific location are expected to work from the office at least four days per week. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.
Responsibilities
- Understand A/B online experiments, online user engagement, and produce actionable, trustworthy conclusions. Innovate methods and capabilities for online A/B experimentation.
- Define, build and track success metrics for Bing customer satisfaction and retention. Develop strategies for understanding correlation between set of key Bing metrics and define overall ship decision criteria.
- Perform hands-on analysis of large-scale telemetry data using advanced statistical methods, algorithms, and data tools to uncover meaningful patterns and trends.
- Develop tools to help analyze the movement of the metrics and assist feature teams to understand why their treatment changes impact the metrics.
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 1+ year(s) data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR Master's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 3+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 5+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 3+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR Master's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 5+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 7+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR equivalent experience.
- Experience with SQL-like query languages
- Hands on experience in design & problem-solving skills with one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, C# or C++
- Ability to work independently, influence others, and solid communication and collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with search engines, dealing with online instrumentation.
- Experience with large datasets and interest in consumer online search behaviors.
- Experience with building machine learning models on large scale data.
Data Science IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158,400 - $258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process.
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Senior Data and Applied Scientist - Bing Online Metrics
The Bing organization is looking for a senior data and applied scientist. The team is pushing the boundaries regarding online A/B experimentation capabilities and methods, as well as informs our understanding for how users engage with search engines and integrated AI experiences, and then translates the insights into actionable metrics. These metrics provide direction to the Bing and MAI organization and help engineers make the right ship decisions for their thousands of online controlled experiments.
Hundreds of millions of users visit Bing.com worldwide monthly, and we have a large opportunity to grow further. At Bing, we celebrate our data driven culture: changes only ship when their impact is understood and positive. This role is a great opportunity to make solid, and even multiplicative impact on the org.
As a data and applied scientist in this team, you will have the chance to work on and deliver metrics that drive the direction of major Bing initiatives. You will have the chance to be involved in the analysis and decision making for 1000s of online controlled A/B experiments. Come join us!
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Starting January 26, 2026, Microsoft AI (MAI) employees who live within a 50-mile commute of a designated Microsoft office in the U.S. or 25-mile commute of a non-U.S., country-specific location are expected to work from the office at least four days per week. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.
Responsibilities
- Understand A/B online experiments, online user engagement, and produce actionable, trustworthy conclusions. Innovate methods and capabilities for online A/B experimentation.
- Define, build and track success metrics for Bing customer satisfaction and retention. Develop strategies for understanding correlation between set of key Bing metrics and define overall ship decision criteria.
- Perform hands-on analysis of large-scale telemetry data using advanced statistical methods, algorithms, and data tools to uncover meaningful patterns and trends.
- Develop tools to help analyze the movement of the metrics and assist feature teams to understand why their treatment changes impact the metrics.
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 1+ year(s) data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR Master's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 3+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 5+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 3+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR Master's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 5+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 7+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)
- OR equivalent experience.
- Experience with SQL-like query languages
- Hands on experience in design & problem-solving skills with one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, C# or C++
- Ability to work independently, influence others, and solid communication and collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with search engines, dealing with online instrumentation.
- Experience with large datasets and interest in consumer online search behaviors.
- Experience with building machine learning models on large scale data.
Data Science IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158,400 - $258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process.
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Align your research profile with Microsoft's priorities
Microsoft Research and applied science teams hire heavily in AI, machine learning, and systems. Publishing in venues like NeurIPS, ICML, or CVPR signals direct relevance and makes your credentials easier to evaluate against the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies to Scientist petitions.
Confirm the team's fiscal year hiring window
Microsoft's large-scale H-1B filings are tied to its fiscal year and USCIS's April cap season. Scientist roles filled outside that window often use cap-exempt filings or E-3 for Australian citizens, so ask your recruiter directly which pathway applies to your offer timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Scientist openings by visa type
Not every Scientist listing at Microsoft specifies sponsorship availability upfront. Migrate Mate lets you filter Microsoft's open Scientist roles by the visa types the company sponsors, so you're applying to positions where your visa category is already supported.
Distinguish your degree field from your job function early
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree directly relates to the Scientist role being petitioned. If your doctorate is in physics but the role is on a computational biology team, prepare documentation showing how your field maps to the position's actual duties before your employer files Form I-129.
Ask about the Labor Condition Application before your start date
Microsoft must file a certified LCA with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition. Scientist roles sometimes have location flexibility, and if your work site differs from what the LCA covers, your employer needs to file an amended LCA, which can delay your start date if not caught early.
Request a PERM timeline if you want permanent residency
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, Microsoft must complete PERM labor certification through DOL before filing your immigrant petition. At large employers, this process often runs in parallel with your H-1B status, so raising it during offer negotiation gives you the clearest picture of your Green Card timeline.
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Does Microsoft sponsor H-1B visas for Scientists?
Yes, Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas for Scientist roles and is one of the more active technology employers in doing so. Scientist positions typically qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS criteria given the advanced degree requirements in fields like computer science, statistics, or engineering. Both cap-subject and cap-exempt filings may apply depending on your situation and the team you're joining.
How do I apply for Scientist jobs at Microsoft?
Applications go through Microsoft's careers portal at careers.microsoft.com. For roles where visa sponsorship is a factor, it helps to filter listings by team and confirm sponsorship availability before applying. Migrate Mate is a practical starting point, letting you browse Microsoft's open Scientist positions filtered by the specific visa types the company sponsors, so you're not spending time on roles where your status isn't supported.
Which visa types does Microsoft commonly use for Scientist roles?
Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas for most international Scientist hires, along with E-3 visas for Australian citizens and H-1B1 visas for citizens of Chile and Singapore. For Scientist roles on a path to permanent residency, Microsoft also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship, typically through the PERM labor certification process filed with DOL.
What qualifications does Microsoft expect for Scientist roles?
Most Scientist roles at Microsoft require a master's or doctoral degree in a relevant technical field, such as machine learning, computer science, statistics, or computational biology. Research publications and demonstrated expertise in a specific domain carry significant weight. For visa purposes, your degree field needs to align directly with the role's duties to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation requirements, so interdisciplinary candidates should be prepared to document that connection clearly.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Scientist at Microsoft?
For H-1B cap-subject filings, you'd need to be selected in the April lottery, with an October 1 start date at the earliest, meaning the process can take six months or more from offer to authorization. Premium processing through USCIS can accelerate the petition adjudication to around 15 business days once filed. E-3 visa interviews at Australian consulates are typically scheduled within a few weeks, making that pathway considerably faster for eligible candidates.
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