Applied Sciences

Are you passionate about Cloud Computing technology and driving growth in one of Microsoft's core businesses? Do you aspire to be part of a team relentlessly focused on customer needs, market expansion and advancing Microsoft Cloud's first strategy? If yes, look no further than Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I).

CO+I is the engine that powers Microsoft's cloud services. CO+I is responsible for designing, building, and operating our unified global datacenters, managing the supply planning and capacity utilization of our unified infrastructure, and is responsible for all operations needed to run the physical infrastructure including supply chain, hardware, power, security, and workflow teams.

We are seeking a Data and Applied Scientist with strong data and software engineering expertise. Our team develops long-range capacity plans for Azure datacenters by leveraging advanced demand forecasting models, business strategies, and a wide array of data sources. In this role, you will help deliver Microsoft's Long Range Infrastructure plan using state-of-the-art econometric and machine learning models, risk simulations, and business intelligence. You will build cutting-edge econometric/ML models to forecast demand and capacity needs, with a particular focus on Microsoft AI offerings. You will also apply strong software engineering skills to integrate upstream and downstream systems, ensuring our forecasting plans align with execution.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Apply their expertise in quantitative analysis, data mining, and the presentation of data to develop econometric/ ML models
• Connect and build APIs for turning data science models into a full production system
• Understand fundamental business dynamics impacting demand, and develop automated statistical solutions for forecasting.
• Develop E2E models in R/ Python - including data manipulation, model building and business applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions.

• Other
• • Embody ourCultureandValues

Required/minimum qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

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 3+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research) OR equivalent experience.

Background Check 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.

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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:
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, read more about requesting accommodations.