Senior Applied ML Engineer - Security for AI

Microsoft Security is seeking a Senior Applied ML Engineer to join their team focused on revolutionizing cybersecurity solutions through machine learning and artificial intelligence research. This role sits at the intersection of AI and security, working to protect Microsoft's vast digital ecosystem and customers from emerging threats.

The position offers an opportunity to work with world-class researchers and engineers in Microsoft's Security organization, which aims to make the world safer through end-to-end security solutions. You'll be developing cutting-edge research projects in ML and AI for cybersecurity, with a particular focus on cloud security challenges.

As a senior engineer, you'll be responsible for translating research into production-ready code, communicating results to leadership, and driving cross-team negotiations to ensure practical implementation of advanced technologies. The role requires deep expertise in machine learning, statistics, and programming, with hands-on experience in technologies like Python, large language models, and cloud infrastructure.

The position offers competitive compensation ($119,800 - $234,700 USD), comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility of up to 100% remote work. You'll be part of Microsoft's culture of learning and growth, working in an inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with both technical depth in ML/AI and a passion for cybersecurity who wants to make a significant impact on global digital security. The role combines research innovation with practical implementation, requiring both technical excellence and strong communication skills.