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At Microsoft, we're passionate about pushing the boundaries of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language understanding. Our Azure Machine Learning Training and Finetuning Team is at the forefront of this mission, working on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of AI-driven applications. We collaborate closely with research institutions, industry leaders, and organizations worldwide to create innovative solutions that impact millions of users.

Responsibilities

As a (Senior) Machine Learning Engineer in our team, you will:

• Collaborate with researchers and data scientists to design sophisticated machine learning models

• Implement and fine-tune neural network architectures, including transformer-based models

• Optimize model performance, scalability, and efficiency

• Conduct experiments to evaluate model performance, robustness, and generalization

• Explore novel techniques and approaches to enhance model capabilities

• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in NLP, deep learning, and AI research

• Work with large-scale datasets, preprocess them, and create appropriate data representationsSelect relevant features and ensure data quality for training and evaluation

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including researchers, software engineers, and product managers

• Communicate technical findings and insights effectively

• Deploy trained models in production environments

• Monitor model performance, troubleshoot issues, and iterate on improvements

Qualifications

Required:

• Min 8 years of relevant e-xperience

• Depth in Data Science, Generative AI and Engineering

• Background in machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing

• Proficiency in Python and relevant ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)

• Experience with transformer-based and diffuser-based models (e.g., BERT, GPT, T5, Llama, Stable diffusion)

• Good understanding of statistics, linear algebra, and probability theory

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and distributed computing

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

• Preferred training & fine-tuning experience on large data

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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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