Applied Science II
Microsoft · Posted Oct 13
Software, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and hardware services
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About the role
Microsoft's Azure Speech team builds next-generation AI-driven speech solutions across global languages for voice agents, video translation, and call centre analytics. The role sits in the Applied Science organization, working on multilingual speech models, LLM speech finetuning, and multimodal generative AI that power real-time transcription and intelligent voice agents across Microsoft products and enterprise solutions. As an Applied Scientist based in Hyderabad/Bengaluru, you will own execution and technical direction for speech recognition and AOAI customization, while collaborating with scientists and engineers across Microsoft with a focus on India and global markets.
What you will do
- Deliver world-class and transformative speech solutions for Microsoft 1st party and 3rd party products and services.
- Drive execution and set technical directions in multilingual speech model, speech LLMs, model customization and impact accuracy, latency, and compute.
- Build novel data engineering solutions to synthesize complex speech scenarios and finetune models.
- Build data analysis metrics and solutions to understand the model results, identify gaps, and guide solutions.
- Collaborate with the global Microsoft team, drive innovative solutions for significant customer asks, and deliver sustained large impacts.
- Mentor and influence peers, sharing expertise and fostering a growth-oriented inclusive team culture.
- Contribute to patents and publications at top-tier conferences and represent the team's technical leadership within and outside Microsoft.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- BS/MS/PhD Degree in CS/EE or related fields with strong focus in speech recognition systems, machine learning, and AI technology innovations.
- 6+ years of experience in speech or machine learning in academic or industrial setting, or 6+ years' experience in software development skills and aptitude for software design, coding and quality.
- Demonstration of excellent problem-solving skills in speech and machine learning areas.
- Proven track record of delivering impactful results and high-quality solutions in complex technical environments.
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++ or similar languages, with experience in large-scale data processing and distributed computing.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with speech/audio processing, multilingual model development, or voice agent technologies.
- Familiarity with Azure, cloud-based AI platforms, or enterprise-scale deployment of speech solutions.
- Contributions to open-source projects, patents, or publications in top-tier conferences/journals.
- Demonstrated leadership in driving technical direction, influencing cross-functional teams, and mentoring peers.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is a multinational technology company that develops, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products, services, and hardware devices. Best known for its Windows operating systems, Microsoft 365 productivity suite, and Xbox gaming consoles, the company has expanded heavily into enterprise cloud computing via Azure and advanced artificial intelligence solutions. As one of the world's most valuable public enterprises, it empowers individuals and businesses globally through innovative digital transformation.
- Industry
- Software
- Company size
- 228,000+ employees
- Founded
- April 4, 1975
- Location
- Redmond, Washington, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Vice Chair and President
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