Contribute to developing one of the world's best foundational AI models at Microsoft AI.  The Pre-Training team focuses on challenging deep learning problems at scale. Responsibilities include developing algorithms, model architectures, data mixtures, and scaling laws for large-scale training using a data-driven approach.  This involves algorithmic implementation, experimentation, overseeing flagship training runs on a large-scale distributed stack, and close collaboration with infrastructure, data, post-training, and multimodality teams. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in pre-training, demonstrated by a strong publication record and technical leadership in high-impact projects. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with large-scale distributed systems are essential.

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<div><b></b><p>Job Description</p><div style="margin-top: 14.6667px; margin-bottom: 14.6667px;"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Help deliver one of the best foundational models in the world at Microsoft AI.</strong>&nbsp;</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">At Microsoft AI, we are on a mission to train the world’s most capable AI frontier models, pushing the boundaries of scale, performance and product deployment. The Pre-Training team at Microsoft AI tackles some of the most challenging problems in deep learning at scale. As a team, we will deliver one of the best foundation models in the world, forming the foundation of many initiatives across Microsoft AI.&nbsp;</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">&nbsp;</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">We are looking for outstanding individuals excited about contributing to the next generation of systems that will transform the field. We are looking for candidates who:&nbsp;</div><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Have proven expertise in areas of interest, evidenced by an exceptional publication track record and significant technical leadership in high-impact projects&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Exhibit strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to data-driven decision-making&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Have experience and/or in-depth understandings about large-scale distributed systems&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, innovative environment&nbsp;</li></ul><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">&nbsp;</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></div><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Develop algorithms, model architectures, data mixtures, and scaling laws for large-scale training using a rigorous data-driven approach grounded in meticulous ablations&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Drive algorithmic implementations, conduct experiments, and oversee flagship training runs on our in-house large-scale distributed stack&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Collaborate closely with teams on infrastructure, data, post-training, and multimodality&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Embody our  and .&nbsp;</li></ul><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">&nbsp;</div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Required/Minimum Qualifications</strong>&nbsp;</div><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">· Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline AND technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C  , C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Proven expertise in the area of pretraining</li></ul><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder;">Additional or Preferred Qualifications</strong>&nbsp;</div><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; font-family: &quot;Segoe Sans&quot;; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Demonstrated experience in large-scale AI.&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Passionate about conversational AI and its deployment.&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Passion for learning new technologies and staying up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in AI.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Proven ability to collaborate and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and growth within the team.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b></b></p><br></div></div>