Applied Scientist - Gaming
 Microsoft | |
remote work
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 United States, Washington, Redmond | |
 Mar 03, 2025 | |
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OverviewXbox Game Studios makes some of the best AAA games on the planet and the opportunities for a motivated Applied Scientist are endless. You will have the chance to work on AI/ML projects and deliver solutions that will change the way we develop games and entertainment services.We are an agile team within Xbox Games Studios Quality tackling a wide range of problems throughout the game development process. As an Applied Sciences Specialist in Xbox Games Studios Quality, you will be working with major franchises that include Halo, Forza, Gears of War and Microsoft Casual Suite. You will also be involved in all phases of development and sustainment efforts. This opportunity will allow you to research and deploy deep learning solutions in computer vision and reinforcement learning. You will have the opportunity to bring SOTA solutions to the game development pipeline. This position includes flexible work from home options. 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.
ResponsibilitiesYou will gain expertise in one or more subareas of research and understand applicable research techniques. You'll also gain deep knowledge of a service, platform, or domain, and become familiar with the latest industry trends and applied technologies.You will apply strategies provided by senior team members and incorporate state-of-the-art research. You'll also develop an understanding of methods used in the community and gain expertise in a deeply specialized area.As you reinforce a positive environment by applying best practices, you will also support mentorship and assist with the onboarding of entry-level team members. Additionally, you will maintain ties with an external network of peers and identify prospective talent, when asked.You will document work in progress and share findings to promote innovation within a group. You'll also learn and follow ethics and privacy policies while executing research processes or collecting information.You will research and develop an understanding of tools, technologies, and methods being used in the community that can be utilized to improve product quality, performance, or efficiency. Apply deep subject matter expert knowledge around several specialized tools/methods to support business impact. | |