Principal Applied AI Engineer

Microsoft Security is seeking a Principal Applied AI Engineer to join their Security AI Research team, focusing on defending Microsoft and its customers through applied AI innovation. This role represents a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, developing cutting-edge solutions for one of the world's leading technology companies.

The position involves working with Microsoft's Threat Intelligence Center and Red Team to build and evaluate autonomous defense and offense capabilities through emerging generative AI technologies. You'll be responsible for developing novel AI methods, frameworks, and systems to enhance defensive and red teaming capabilities, leveraging Microsoft's unique knowledge graph that describes the relationship between risk, investigation, and response.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in machine learning and AI, particularly in security applications, with a strong academic background in computer science, statistics, or related fields. You'll need to demonstrate expertise in shipping large-scale ML/AI-based services and a track record of turning cutting-edge research into practical solutions.

Working in Microsoft's Security organization, you'll be part of a team that's reshaping security and empowering users, customers, and developers with end-to-end, simplified solutions. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work remotely while contributing to projects that impact billions of users worldwide.

This position requires a combination of technical expertise, research acumen, and practical implementation skills. You'll collaborate with various teams across Microsoft, including defenders, threat hunters, product managers, and fellow researchers, to develop and deploy effective security solutions. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work with the latest AI technologies while making a meaningful impact in the security industry.