Applied Scientist
Cairo, Egypt
Date posted
Aug 26, 2025
Job number
1863248
Work site
Up to 50% work from home
Travel
0-25 %
Role type
Individual Contributor
Profession
Research, Applied, & Data Sciences
Discipline
Applied Sciences
Employment type
Full-Time
Overview
The information extraction team in shopping is seeking a highly motivated and talented Applied Scientist to work on cutting-edge technologies in the field of information extraction in the shopping domain.
As an Applied Scientist you will gain extensive experience in information extraction using the latest AI advances and LLMs. You will gain valuable experience in building real-world information extraction systems at a Web scale. This opportunity will allow you to use cutting-edge AI technologies, accelerate your career growth and develop deep business acumen.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Qualifications
Required Qualifcations:
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Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field AND relevant internship experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
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OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field
- OR equivalent experience.
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OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field
- You must be legally authorised to work in Egypt to be eligible for this role (Legally authorised = has citizenship or has been granted a valid visa or work permit)
- Fluency in English
Preferred Qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering,
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OR related field AND 2+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
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OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field
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OR equivalent experience.
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OR related field AND 2+ years related experience (e.g., statistics, predictive analytics, research)
- Solid machine learning/AI/LLM knowledge.
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Experience building and deploying ML/Ai systems including investigation, prototyping, deployment and continuous measurement.
- Solid knowledge of python/other ML languages and frameworks.
#MicrosoftAI #LLMs #InformationExtraction #WebScale #Shopping
Responsibilities
- You will gain a basic understanding of a broad area of research and applicable research techniques. You’ll also develop a basic knowledge of industry trends and share your knowledge with immediate team members.
- You will apply strategies provided by senior team members. Following guidance from team leaders, you’ll also research relevant tools and technologies being used in the community.
- You will reinforce a positive environment by learning and adopting best practices. Additionally, you will also maintain or develop ties with an external network of peers and identify prospective talent for Microsoft research pipelines when asked.
- You will assist with documentation for senior team members, as needed.
- You will also learn and follow ethics and privacy policies while executing research processes or collecting information.
Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
Industry leading healthcare
Educational resources
Discounts on products and services
Savings and investments
Maternity and paternity leave
Generous time away
Giving programs
Opportunities to network and connect
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.