Principal Machine Learning Engineer, Forecasting

Microsoft is hiring a Principal Machine Learning Engineer, Forecasting to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Principal Machine Learning Engineer, Forecasting, you'll turn data into insights and intelligent products. This is a contract, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (East Coast)). About the role You'll turn data into insights and intelligent products, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Build and validate models and dashboards • Analyze large datasets to surface actionable insights • Partner with stakeholders to define metrics • Communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences • Maintain data pipelines and data quality What we offer: • Flexible working hours across US time zones • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Generous paid time off and company holidays • Paid parental leave How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Microsoft is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Experience with data visualization tools • Familiarity with cloud data warehouses • Clear communication skills • Understanding of statistics and experimentation Nice to have: • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment • Comfort communicating clearly and proactively in writing