senior machine learning Applied Scientist ic 8+ yrs Bachelor's · Posted May 18, 2026

About this role

Microsoft is hiring a senior-level Applied Scientist in the machine learning function based in Hyderabad, India. The posting calls out experience with Python, Azure, LLMs, Distributed Systems and roughly 8+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Role
Applied Scientist
Function
machine learning
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Hyderabad, India
Work mode
On-site
Experience
8+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Department
Applied Sciences
Posted
May 18, 2026
AI Summary
Develop advanced multilingual speech models, LLM speech finetuning, and multimodal generative AI for real-time transcription, voice agents, and call center analytics. Requires 8+ years in speech/ML with BS/MS/PhD in CS/EE and strong problem-solving skills in complex technical environments.

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Job description

from Microsoft careers
Overview

Be the voice behind the future—join us to build transformative speech technology for multilingual, intelligent experiences that reach billions. 

 
Microsoft is pioneering next-generation AI-driven speech solutions across global languages for voice agents, video translation, and call centre analytics. 

 

As a Senior Applied Scientist in Microsoft’s Azure Speech team, you will develop advanced multilingual speech models, LLM speech finetuning and multimodal generative AI powering real-time transcription, intelligent voice agents, and multilingual speech solutions across Microsoft products and enterprise solutions. Your work will impact millions—enabling next-generation human–machine experiences for diverse markets, with a keen focus on India. 

 

In this strategic role, you will have significant ownership on technical direction and drive innovation in speech recognition, AOAI customisation, and generative AI. You’ll collaborate with top scientists and engineers and influence cross-functional teams to scale model quality, and deliver breakthrough technologies for voice agents, video translation, and call centre analytics. 

Based in Hyderabad, this on-site role offers opportunities to mentor, grow, and shape the future of multimodal interaction for Indian and global audiences. 

 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and organisation to achieve more. We embrace a growth mindset and encourage teams and leaders to bring their best. Join us to shape the future of speech and multimodal LLM technology.

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