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The CoreAI Platform and Tools organization is building transformative experiences that leverage the latest AI technology while upholding Microsoft’s commitment to ethical and responsible standards for Artificial Intelligence. The Responsible AI (RAI) service components you build will be accessed by hundreds of millions of consumers across the globe and will touch all facets of Artificial Intelligence. The Responsible AI team within this division is looking for an experienced Applied Scientist II and a Senior Applied Scientist with a proven track record to help tackle the challenges of enabling customers to leverage the latest advancements in AI responsibly.
Responsibilities
- Conduct supervised fine-tuning of LLMs, applying Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback in the process, and conducting thorough evaluation of those.
- Work with tech lead on the design and implementation of Agent adversarial evaluations and safety mitigations, enabling agent creators to identify potential risks and apply appropriate safeguards to ensure the safety and security of Agents.
- You will collaborate closely with the Responsible AI engineering team to deliver these mitigations at scale for Responsible AI customers, refine existing implementations based on operational performance, and troubleshoot and resolve end-to-end issues.
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 2+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
- OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 1+ year(s) related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
- OR Doctorate in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field
- OR equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, related field AND 6+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR Doctorate in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 3+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of science experience owning feature design, model development, evaluation and deployment.
- 3+ years of science experience owning feature design, model development, evaluation and deployment. Full stack (client-to-service) development experience is a plus.
- Rich experience in machine learning, particularly in NLP and deep learning.
- Experience with language model training and evaluation is a big plus.
- Experience with research in Responsible AI is a big plus.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, and familiarity with machine learning frameworks including PyTorch and Triton.
- Experience with data processing and handling large datasets.
- Experience in engineering methodologies: Unit testing, Test Driven Development, DevOps, and a firm commitment to quality.
- Solid platform/API design, debugging and data analysis skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate complex concepts effectively.
coreai
Applied Sciences IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 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 $131,400 - $215,400 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
Applied Sciences 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:
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.
Overview
The CoreAI Platform and Tools organization is building transformative experiences that leverage the latest AI technology while upholding Microsoft’s commitment to ethical and responsible standards for Artificial Intelligence. The Responsible AI (RAI) service components you build will be accessed by hundreds of millions of consumers across the globe and will touch all facets of Artificial Intelligence. The Responsible AI team within this division is looking for an experienced Applied Scientist II and a Senior Applied Scientist with a proven track record to help tackle the challenges of enabling customers to leverage the latest advancements in AI responsibly.
Responsibilities
- Conduct supervised fine-tuning of LLMs, applying Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback in the process, and conducting thorough evaluation of those.
- Work with tech lead on the design and implementation of Agent adversarial evaluations and safety mitigations, enabling agent creators to identify potential risks and apply appropriate safeguards to ensure the safety and security of Agents.
- You will collaborate closely with the Responsible AI engineering team to deliver these mitigations at scale for Responsible AI customers, refine existing implementations based on operational performance, and troubleshoot and resolve end-to-end issues.
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 2+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
- OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 1+ year(s) related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
- OR Doctorate in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field
- OR equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, related field AND 6+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR Doctorate in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or related field AND 3+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of science experience owning feature design, model development, evaluation and deployment.
- 3+ years of science experience owning feature design, model development, evaluation and deployment. Full stack (client-to-service) development experience is a plus.
- Rich experience in machine learning, particularly in NLP and deep learning.
- Experience with language model training and evaluation is a big plus.
- Experience with research in Responsible AI is a big plus.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, and familiarity with machine learning frameworks including PyTorch and Triton.
- Experience with data processing and handling large datasets.
- Experience in engineering methodologies: Unit testing, Test Driven Development, DevOps, and a firm commitment to quality.
- Solid platform/API design, debugging and data analysis skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate complex concepts effectively.
coreai
Applied Sciences IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 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 $131,400 - $215,400 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
Applied Sciences 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:
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 degree to the role specification
Applied Scientist positions require a directly related field, machine learning, statistics, or computer science. Confirm your Chilean university credential maps to a U.S. bachelor's equivalent before applying, since the H-1B1 visa specialty occupation standard is stricter than it looks.
Search verified sponsorship histories on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history. This shows which companies have already navigated the process for your visa category, saving you from spending weeks on employers who won't sponsor Chilean nationals specifically.
Request the LCA before signing anything
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before your consular appointment. Ask the recruiter to confirm LCA filing is in scope during the offer stage, not after you've given notice at your current position.
Pull the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for Applied Scientist roles in your work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 15-2051 to know the floor before your first salary conversation, so you negotiate above it.
Prepare your O*NET occupation documentation early
Consular officers expect evidence that your role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific Applied Scientist position and cross-reference it with your offer letter's job duties to close any gaps before your interview packet is assembled.
Plan your consular appointment around LCA certification timing
The DOL typically certifies an LCA within seven business days, but appointment availability at Chilean consular posts varies. Book your interview slot as soon as the LCA is submitted, then confirm certification has come through before your scheduled date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Applied Scientist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes. Applied Scientist positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, statistics, or a quantitative discipline, which meets the H-1B1 visa specialty occupation standard. Your employer documents this requirement in the Labor Condition Application, and the consular officer reviews it at your appointment. Roles where any general degree satisfies the requirement would not qualify.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for Applied Scientist candidates?
The H-1B1 Chile visa has no lottery, no USCIS petition filing, and a dedicated annual cap of 1,400 visas that rarely fills, making it a more predictable path than the H-1B visa for Chilean nationals. Processing happens directly at the consulate. The trade-off is that the H-1B1 doesn't permit dual intent, so it's structured for candidates who intend to return to Chile rather than pursue permanent residency from day one.
Where can I find Applied Scientist employers who have already sponsored H-1B1 Chile visas?
Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing histories by employer and occupation, so you can identify which companies have already run the process for your visa category. Targeting employers with existing filing history reduces the risk of a recruiter who's unfamiliar with H-1B1 Chile requirements stalling your offer.
Can my employer file an H-1B1 Chile petition while I'm already working in the U.S. on a different status?
H-1B1 Chile is a consular-process visa, which means it's generally obtained at a U.S. consulate or embassy outside the country rather than through a change of status filed with USCIS. If you're currently inside the U.S. on another nonimmigrant status, discuss the transition path with your employer's immigration contact before assuming in-country processing is available.
How long does H-1B1 Chile visa processing take for an Applied Scientist offer?
DOL typically certifies the Labor Condition Application within seven business days. Consular appointment availability varies by post, but Chilean nationals often secure interview slots within a few weeks of LCA certification. End-to-end from signed offer to visa stamp is commonly four to eight weeks for straightforward cases, though administrative processing can extend that window.