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At Amazon, we believe that scientific innovation is essential to being the most customer-centric company in the world. Our scientists' ability to have an impact at scale allows us to attract some of the brightest minds across diverse fields including artificial intelligence, robotics, computer vision, economics, and sustainability. Join us in pioneering solutions to complex challenges that not only delight our customers but also help define the future of technology.
  • The program is designed for academics from universities around the globe who want to work on large-scale technical challenges while continuing to teach and conduct research at their universities.
  • The program offers recent PhD graduates an opportunity to advance research while working alongside experienced scientists with backgrounds in industry and academia.
  • Our internship roles span research areas to provide hands-on experience working alongside world-class scientists and engineers to advance the state of the art in your field.
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  • (Updated 17 days ago)
    The Sponsored Products and Brands team at Amazon Ads is re-imagining the advertising landscape through industry leading generative AI technologies, revolutionizing how millions of customers discover products and engage with brands across Amazon.com and beyond. We are at the forefront of re-inventing advertising experiences, bridging human creativity with artificial intelligence to transform every aspect of the advertising lifecycle from ad creation and optimization to performance analysis and customer insights. We are a passionate group of innovators dedicated to developing responsible and intelligent AI technologies that balance the needs of advertisers, enhance the shopping experience, and strengthen the marketplace. If you're energized by solving complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI, join us in shaping the future of advertising. We are the Sponsored Products - Marketplace Intelligence (MI) team. We are looking for an Applied Scientist to help build production ML and bandit solutions to customize the search experience. We determine which ads to show in Amazon search, where to place them, how many ads to place, and to which customers. This helps shoppers discover new products while helping advertisers put their products in front of the right customers, aligning shoppers’, advertisers’, and Amazon’s interests. To do this, we apply a broad range of machine learning, causal inference, and optimization techniques to continuously explore, learn, and optimize the allocation and ranking of ads on the search page. We are an interdisciplinary team with a focus on customer obsession and inventing and simplifying. Our primary focus is on improving the SP experience in search by gaining a deep understanding of shopper pain points and developing new innovative solutions to address them. You will be on the Search Ad Ranking and Interleaving team org - specifically the team that focusses on whole page optimization. Our mission is to personalize and contextualize SP ad allocation on the entire search page. We do this by modeling shopper responses to the number, placement, and quality of ads. We are a data- and hypothesis-driven organization that uses online experimentation, simulation, causal modeling, and online feedback to place ads where they’re useful to shoppers and provide improved discoverability and sales for advertisers. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to have broad business impact, a direct impact on customers and the search experience, and get broad exposure to a wide range of scientific techniques (machine learning, bandit learning, optimization, LLMs). We are looking for an Applied Scientist to join Interleaving team in Marketplace Intelligence with a broad mandate to experiment and innovate to grow Sponsored Products. We’d like someone with practical experience with LLMs / GenAI for production to improve how we rank and allocate ads on the page today. If you thrive in a product-focussed and data-driven environment, then this role is for you. As a Applied Scientist on this team, you will help to identify unique opportunities to create customized and delightful shopping experience for our growing marketplaces worldwide. Your job will be to identify big opportunities for the team that can help to grow Sponsored Products business working with retail partner teams, product managers, software engineers and TPMs. You will have opportunity to design, run and analyze / experiments to improve the experience of millions of Amazon shoppers while driving quantifiable revenue impact. More importantly, you will have the opportunity to broaden your technical skills in an environment that thrives on creativity, experimentation, and product innovation. Key job responsibilities * Tackle and solve challenging science and business problems that balance the interests of advertisers, shoppers, and Amazon. * Develop real-time machine learning algorithms to allocate billions of ads per day in advertising auctions. * Develop efficient algorithms for multi-objective optimization and AI control methods to find operating points for the ad marketplace then evolve them * Be an expert at designing and implementing solutions that use a range of data science methodologies to automate data analysis or to solve complex business problems. * Perform hands-on analysis and modeling of enormous data sets to develop insights that improve shopper experience, without compromising Ad revenue in addition to designing metrics for complex systems. * Drive end-to-end machine learning projects that have a high degree of ambiguity, scale, complexity. * Run A/B experiments, gather data, and perform statistical analysis.
  • US, WA, Seattle
    Job ID: 3202683
    (Updated 2 days ago)
    Amazon's Worldwide Pricing & Promotions organization is seeking a strong Applied Scientist to help solve complex business problems involving pricing algorithms and promotional strategies at a global scale. This Applied Scientist will operate in a team of other scientists and economists. Our team applies causal inferences, statistics, machine learning, forecasting, optimization, economics, and experimentation to drive actionable insights and to improve strategic business decision-making. This is an individual contributor role that requires collaboration across teams and functions to solve core business problems for the company around setting new pricing and promotional strategies. The work is part of significant scientific investments in promotions intelligence systems that forecast customer demand and optimize promotions strategies across different surfaces. Key job responsibilities * Invent or adapt new scientific approaches, models, or algorithms inspired and driven by customers' needs and benefits * Produce research papers and reports that have the same level of correctness, scholarship, usefulness, completeness, depth, rigor, and originality as a top-tier external publication * Implement solutions that will be deployed into production or directly support production systems * Write clear, useful documentation describing algorithms and design choices in your components to make it possible for others to understand and reproduce your work * Contribute to operational excellence in the team's deliverable * Analyze the performance of your methods and models to understand the gaps, and iteratively propose solutions to improve * Champion the adoption of scientific advancements in the team * Help new teammates ramp up and understand who our customers are, what their needs are, how the team's solutions work, and how scientific components fit in those solutions A day in the life As an Applied Scientist on the WW Pricing & Promotions Science team, you invent or adapt new scientific approaches, models, or algorithms to solve real-world business problems. Your work uses the latest (or the most appropriate) techniques from academic literature. You work semi-autonomously to successfully deliver solutions that are consistently of high quality (efficient, reproducible, testable code). You work collaboratively with teammates, partners, and stakeholders. You recognize discordant views and take part in constructive dialogue to resolve them. You adopt and identify opportunities to refine mechanisms to raise the general scientific knowledge in the team. About the team The WW Pricing & Promotions Science team is responsible for driving scientific innovation to support pricing and promotions programs across Amazon's businesses. We specialize in experimental and observational causal methods, forecasting, and optimization. We apply these tools to drive business decision making at scale, leading to launch decisions of new pricing algorithms and new promotion strategies, understanding short- and long-term value of different programs, and the prioritization of budget allocations. We also develop models to set optimal prices and promotions, and define innovative price guardrails and incentives to optimize for long-term program health.
  • (Updated 22 days ago)
    The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire an Applied Scientist in the Processor Test and Measurement group. You will join a multi-disciplinary team of theoretical and experimental physicists, materials scientists, and hardware and software engineers working at the forefront of quantum computing. You should have a deep expertise in the testing and modeling of quantum processes (e.g. readout, reset, gates) necessary for quantum error correction demonstrations. Candidates with a track record of original scientific contributions will be preferred. We are looking for candidates with strong engineering principles, resourcefulness and a bias for action, superior problem solving, and excellent communication skills. Working effectively within a team environment is essential. As a research scientist you will be expected to work on new ideas and stay abreast of the field of experimental quantum computation. Key job responsibilities We are looking to hire an Applied Scientist to develop and test novel calibration and optimization tools for Quantum Error Correction on large scale quantum processors. You will be on a team of engineers and scientists at the frontier of quantum processor control and error correction. You are expected to take part in high-impact research projects that intersect with our engineering roadmap. We are looking for candidates with strong engineering principles and resourcefulness. Organization and communication skills are essential. A day in the life About the team The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians, on a mission to develop a fault-tolerant quantum computer. Inclusive Team Culture Here at Amazon, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Mentorship & Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Export Control Requirement Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be either a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be able to obtain a US export license. If you are unsure if you meet these requirements, please apply and Amazon will review your application for eligibility.
  • US, WA, Bellevue
    Job ID: 3205656
    (Updated 0 days ago)
    As an Applied Scientist for Last Mile Delivery Automation, you will be at the forefront of developing AI and ML solutions that power our delivery solutions. This role combines deep expertise in machine learning, computer vision, and robotics to solve complex challenges in real-world perception, navigation, and path planning. You will work closely with applied scientists, software developers, and product teams to research, design, and implement sophisticated algorithms that enable safe and efficient operations. This position requires a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical implementation skills, with a focus on transforming research concepts into production-ready solutions that can operate reliably in diverse real-world environments. Key job responsibilities - Design and develop advanced machine learning models and algorithms for perception, navigation and planning. - Lead research initiatives in areas such as computer vision, sensor fusion, behavioral prediction, and path planning - Transform research concepts into production-ready solutions that meet strict safety and performance requirements - Develop novel approaches to solve complex technical challenges in perception, navigation and planning - Create and implement metrics and evaluation frameworks to measure model performance - Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate ML solutions into production stack - Publish research findings and represent Amazon at technical conferences About the team The Applied Science team within Amazon's Last Mile Delivery Automation organization focuses on developing machine learning solutions for autonomous systems. We work at the intersection of computer vision, deep learning, robotics, and control systems to create robust and scalable algorithms that enable safe autonomous operation. Our team combines expertise from diverse scientific backgrounds to tackle fundamental challenges in perception, prediction, and decision-making.
  • US, TX, Austin
    Job ID: 3205700
    (Updated 17 days ago)
    Are You Ready to Redefine How the World Receives Its Packages? What if your algorithms defined the most efficient path for millions of deliveries — every single day? At Amazon, we're building the science that makes that possible, and we're looking for exceptional scientists to help lead the way. The Last Mile Routing & Planning organization develops the software, algorithms, and tools that power the "magic" of home delivery. Our planning and routing intelligence systems drive billions of daily decisions — enabling safe, efficient, and frustration-free routes for drivers across the globe. What You'll Do In this role, you'll sit at the intersection of state-of-the-art research and real-world impact. You will: - Design and build algorithms that solve large-scale, complex logistics problems - Synthesize data from diverse sources to identify high-value business opportunities - Provide research direction and data-driven insights to guide strategic decisions - Translate complex technical approaches into clear communication for scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders - Partner closely with scientists and engineers in a collaborative, high-impact environment What You'll Work On We have an exciting and growing portfolio of research areas, including: - Routing for same-day and grocery deliveries - Planning for electric and autonomous vehicles - District-level and stop-level planning - Forecasting solutions for diverse delivery programs All of this is powered by the latest methods in Operations Research (OR), Machine Learning (ML), and Generative AI — at a truly global scale. Successful candidates will lead one or more of these problem spaces. What We're Looking For - Deep expertise in Operations Research and/or Machine Learning methods - Proven experience applying these methods to large-scale, real-world business problems - Ability to translate models into production-ready code in Python or Java - Strong communication skills — you can explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences - A bias for action and an iterative mindset when tackling ambitious research challenges Why Amazon We're passionate about your growth. Whether you want to explore emerging technologies, take on broader scope, or accelerate your career trajectory, we'll invest in helping you get there. Our business is scaling fast — and so are the opportunities for the people who build it. If you're driven by the challenge of optimizing one of the world's most complex logistics systems and excited to see your work impact millions of customers daily, we'd love to hear from you. Key job responsibilities - Invent and design novel solutions for scientifically complex problem areas, and identify opportunities for invention within existing and new business initiatives - Deliver large-scale, high-impact solutions to complex problems in support of medium-to-large business goals - Shape the design of scientifically complex software systems, personally contributing significant portions of the critical scientific novelty - Apply mathematical optimization, machine learning, and Generative AI techniques to develop solution methodologies for in-house decision support tools and software - Research, prototype, simulate, and experiment with models — and actively participate in their production-level deployment in Python or Java - Engage with the broader scientific community by publishing research articles and participating in leading research conferences
  • US, CA, Sunnyvale
    Job ID: 3204663
    (Updated 20 days ago)
    Join the Personal Robotics Group at Amazon, where you'll help pioneer intelligent robotic products that deliver meaningful customer experiences. As an Applied Scientist focused on Robot Navigation, you'll research and develop advanced navigation systems that enable robots to move reliably and safely through complex, dynamic environments. You'll work across a broad spectrum of navigation approaches—from classical methods to learning-based techniques and foundation models—to build robust solutions for autonomous robot navigation. In this role, you'll evaluate, adapt, and develop navigation methods that bridge the gap between state-of-the-art research and real-world deployment. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated navigation capabilities that enable meaningful robot autonomy. Key job responsibilities Develop and implement robust navigation systems that enable reliable autonomous operation in complex, dynamic indoor environments with static and dynamic obstacles Build simulation-based and on-device evaluation frameworks with comprehensive benchmarks and metrics for systematic comparison of navigation methods Conduct sim-to-real transfer experiments, analyzing performance gaps and developing techniques to ensure reliable real-world navigation performance Collaborate with perception, manipulation, and other teams to ensure seamless integration of navigation capabilities into the full robot system Stay current with the latest advances in robot navigation, spatial reasoning, and related fields, and apply relevant findings to improve system performance About the team The Personal Robotics Group is pioneering intelligent robotic products that deliver meaningful customer experiences. We're building the next generation of robotic systems that will redefine how customers interact with technology. Our work spans the full spectrum from advanced hardware design to sophisticated software and control systems, combining mechanical innovation, software engineering, dynamic systems modeling, and intelligent algorithms to create robots that are not just functional, but delightful. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of personal robotics working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction. Join us if you're passionate about creating the future of personal robotics, solving complex challenges at the intersection of hardware and software, and seeing your innovations deliver transformative customer experiences.
  • CA, BC, Vancouver
    Job ID: 10379480
    (Updated 2 days ago)
    As a Sr. Data Scientist in Alexa Connections, you will lead the end-to-end development of machine learning and data science solutions that power intelligent communication experiences across channels such as calling, messaging and email. You will partner closely with product, engineering, and business leaders to translate ambiguous problems into scalable ML models, experimentation frameworks, and data-driven product decisions. In this role, you will design and deploy advanced ML and statistical models for capabilities such as prioritization, intent detection, and proactive action recommendations. You will analyze large-scale datasets and run rigorous experiments, including A/B testing and causal analysis, to measure impact and continuously improve customer engagement and product performance. Additionally, you will shape the applied science roadmap and collaborate with global cross-functional teams to deliver AI-driven solutions that scale to millions of Alexa customers. Key job responsibilities - Partner with product, engineering, operations, and security teams to translate complex business problems into scalable, production-ready data science and ML solutions. - Own the full lifecycle of model development, including exploratory analysis, model design, deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement. - Define and track success metrics, conduct rigorous analyses, and provide insights that guide product launches, feature improvements, and data-driven decision-making. - Build data-driven business cases to prioritize science initiatives and demonstrate measurable impact of ML solutions. - Develop ML-powered systems supporting key business areas. - Lead research and analysis to understand customer interactions with Alexa, and enhance overall customer experience. - Contribute to the broader science community by mentoring analysts, improving data workflows and tooling, and publishing technical work in internal and external forums. A day in the life • Deep dive into our business metrics, analyze data, trends, and reviewing dashboards • Writing code: building packages in Python, writing SQL queries, deploying solutions for Connections experience teams to consume. • Leading or joining working sessions with Product Managers to refine problem statements new initiatives. • Exploring new features and model architectures, leveraging AWS services, documentation, and upskilling yourself to the latest technologies. • Leverage pre-trained LLMs to build applications that solve business problems for Connections experiences. • Meet with Sr. Engineers/Principal Engineers to align on solution designs. • Own or co-own MBR, WBR documents that are reviewed with Connections leadership team. About the team Alexa Connections aspires to make Alexa+ the world’s most trusted connection assistant for getting things done and creating moments of joy. Our vision emphasizes a) Trust as our foundation for becoming a daily habit, knowing our customers have plentiful choices, b) Completion of end-to-end customer journeys, beyond shipping features, and c) Joy through personalized, proactive experiences, that create a memory.
  • US, MA, N.reading
    Job ID: 3196016
    (Updated 23 days ago)
    Amazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale, working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic dexterous manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction. This role presents an opportunity to shape the future of robotics through innovative applications of deep learning and large language models. At Amazon Industrial Robotics we leverage advanced robotics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to solve complex operational challenges at an unprecedented scale. Our fleet of robots operates across hundreds of facilities worldwide, working in sophisticated coordination to fulfill our mission of customer excellence. Join us in building the next generation of intelligent robotics systems that will transform the future of automation and human-robot collaboration. Key job responsibilities Design and deploy end-to-end teleoperation pipelines integrating VR/AR headsets and haptics interfaces with robotic hardware Implement force-feedback and tactile sensing algorithms to provide operators with a "sense of touch," improving performance in contact-rich manipulation tasks Collaborate with ML teams to ensure teleoperation interfaces capture high-fidelity state-action pairs, including proprioception, visual, and force/torque data for model training Develop custom networking and streaming protocols to minimize operator-to-robot latency. Conduct user studies to evaluate ergonomics, cognitive load, and "telepresence" effectiveness to iterate on UI/UX designs.
  • (Updated 27 days ago)
    The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians, on a mission to develop a fault-tolerant quantum computer. We are looking to hire an Instrument Control Engineer to join our growing software team. You will work closely with our experimental physics and control hardware development teams to enable their work characterizing, calibrating, and operating novel quantum devices. The ideal candidate should be able to translate high-level science requirements into software implementations (e.g. Python APIs/frameworks, compiler passes, embedded SW, instrument drivers) that are performant, scalable, and intuitive. This requires someone who (1) has a strong desire to work within a team of scientists and engineers, and (2) demonstrates ownership in initiating and driving projects to completion. This role has a particular emphasis on working directly with our control hardware designers and vendors to develop instrument software for test and measurement. Inclusive Team Culture Here at Amazon, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Mentorship & Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Export Control Requirement Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be either a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be able to obtain a US export license. If you are unsure if you meet these requirements, please apply and Amazon will review your application for eligibility. Key job responsibilities - Work with control hardware developers, as a “subject matter expert” on the software interfaces around our control hardware - Collaborate with external control hardware vendors to understand and refine integration strategies - Implement instrument drivers and control logic in Python and/or a low-level languages, including C++ or Rust - Contribute to our compiler backend to enable the efficient execution of OpenQASM-based experiments on our next-generation control hardware - Benchmark system performance and help define key performance metrics - Ensure new features are successfully integrated into our Python-based experimental software stack - Partner with scientists to actively contribute to the codebase through mentorship and documentation We are looking for candidates with strong engineering principles, a bias for action, superior problem-solving, and excellent communication skills. Working effectively within a team environment is essential. As an Instrument Control Engineer embedded in a broader science organization, you will have the opportunity to work on new ideas and stay abreast of the field of experimental quantum computation. A day in the life Your time will be spent on projects that extend functional capabilities or performance of our internal research software stack. This requires working backwards from the needs of science staff in the context of our larger experimental roadmap. You will translate science and software requirements into design proposals balancing implementation complexity against time-to-delivery. Once a design proposal has been reviewed and accepted, you’ll drive implementation and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth roll out. Because many high-level experimental goals have cross-cutting requirements, you’ll often work closely with other engineers or scientists or on the team. About the team You will be joining the Software group within the Amazon Center of Quantum Computing. Our team is comprised of scientists and software engineers who are building scalable software that enables quantum computing technologies.
  • US, WA, Seattle
    Job ID: 3198216
    (Updated 20 days ago)
    Innovators wanted! Are you an entrepreneur? A builder? A dreamer? This role is part of an Amazon Special Projects team that takes the company’s Think Big leadership principle to the next-level. We focus on creating entirely new products and services with a goal of positively impacting the lives of our customers. No industries or subject areas are out of bounds. If you’re interested in innovating at scale to address big challenges in the world, this is the team for you. Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have thirteen employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We are constantly learning through programs that are local, regional, and global. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust. Key job responsibilities * Develop, deploy, and operate scalable bioinformatics analysis workflows on AWS * Evaluate and incorporate novel bioinformatic approaches to solve critical business problems * Originate and lead the development of new data collection workflows with cross-functional partners * Partner with laboratory science teams on design and analysis of experiments About the team Our team highly values work-life balance, mentorship and career growth. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects and offer training that will challenge you to become your best.

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