Senior Researcher – Cloud and AI Infrastructure, Microsoft Research

Microsoft; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Metro Vancouver seeks a Hardware Research Scientist to investigate and develop emerging hardware technologies. The ideal candidate holds a doctorate, has research experience, and is skilled in optimizing hardware components. Responsibilities include designing systems, conducting tests, and collaborating with teams to implement innovative solutions. This role promises competitive compensation and a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of emerging hardware technologies and trends.
• Experience with component optimization for performance and reliability.
• Ability to document technical specifications and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze emerging hardware technologies.
• Design and optimize hardware components and systems.
• Conduct simulations and validations for hardware designs.
• Develop prototypes to demonstrate new hardware technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for innovative solutions.

Skills

Hardware design

Simulation and testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Research experience

Education

Doctorate in relevant field

Job description

Responsibilities (Text Only)

- In this role, you will investigate and analyze emerging hardware technologies, trends, and advancements to stay ahead of the industry. - Design and optimize hardware components, systems, and architectures to enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency. - Conduct simulations, tests, and validations to ensure hardware designs meet required specifications and performance goals. - Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept models to demonstrate new hardware technologies and applications. - Identify opportunities for hardware improvements and cost reductions by staying informed about industry best practices and standards. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software researchers, designers, and engineers, to identify hardware requirements and develop innovative solutions. - Partner with manufacturing vendors and production teams to transition innovative designs and concepts into deployable systems. - Document research findings, design decisions, and technical specifications to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration within the organization.

Qualifications (Text Only)

Required Qualifications: - Doctorate in relevant field - OR equivalent experience Preferred Qualifications: - Doctorate in relevant field AND 2+ years of related research experience OR equivalent experience. - Experience publishing academic papers as a lead author or essential contributor. - Experience participating in a top conference in relevant research domain. - Experience in optimizing or designing hardware components and architectures to enhance performance, reliability, efficiency, and etc. Research Sciences IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across Canada is CAD $108,100 - CAD $199,700 per year. Find additional pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/canada-pay-information.html Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a requestvia the Accommodation request form. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work. #Research