Applied Scientist (L5), Clinical AI, Health AI

About Amazon HealthAmazon Health’s mission is to make it dramatically easier for customers to access the healthcare products and services they need to get and stay healthy. Towards this mission, we (Health Storefront and Shared Tech) are building the technology, products and services, that help customers find, buy, and engage with the healthcare solutions they need.Job summaryWe are seeking an exceptional Senior Applied Scientist to join a team of experts in the field of machine learning, and work together to break new ground in the world of healthcare to make personalized and empathetic care accessible, convenient, and cost-effective. We leverage and train state-of-the-art large-language-models (LLMs) and develop entirely new experiences to help customers find the right products and services to address their health needs. We work on machine learning problems for intent detection, dialogue systems, and information retrieval. You will work in a highly collaborative environment where you can pursue both near-term productization opportunities to make immediate, meaningful customer impacts while pursuing ambitious, long-term research. You will work on hard science problems that have not been solved before, conduct rapid prototyping to validate your hypothesis, and deploy your algorithmic ideas at scale. You will get the opportunity to pursue work that makes people's lives better and pushes the envelop of science.#everydaybetterKey job responsibilities- Translate product and CX requirements into science metrics and rigorous testing methodologies.- Invent and develop scalable methodologies to evaluate LLM outputs against metrics and guardrails.- Design and implement the best-in-class semantic retrieval system by creating high-quality knowledge base and optimizing embedding models and similarity measures.- Conduct tuning, training, and optimization of LLMs to achieve a compelling CX while reducing operational cost to be scalable.A day in the lifeIn a fast-paced innovation environment, you work closely with product, UX, and business teams to understand customer's challenges. You translate product and business requirements into science problems. You dive deep into challenging science problems, enabling entirely new ML and LLM-driven customer experiences. You identify hypothesis and conduct rapid prototyping to learn quickly. You develop and deploy models at scale to pursue productizations. You mentor junior science team members and help influence our org in scientific best practices.About the teamWe are the Health AI team at HST (Health Store and Technology). The team consists of exceptional ML Scientists with diverse background in healthcare, robotics, customer analytics, and communication. We are committed to building and deploying the most advanced scientific capabilities and solutions for the products and services at Amazon Health.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of building models for business application experience- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience- Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language- Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing ...

Applied Scientist II , Seller Growth Science

Join us in the evolution of Amazon’s Seller business! The Seller Growth Science organization is the growth and development engine for our Store. Partnering with business, product, and engineering, we catalyze SP growth with comprehensive and accurate data, unique insights, and actionable recommendations and collaborate with WW SP facing teams to drive adoption and create feedback loops. We strongly believe that any motivated SP should be able to grow their businesses and reach their full potential supported by Amazon tools and resources.We are looking for an Applied Scientist II to lead us to identify data-driven insight and opportunities to improve our SP growth strategy and drive seller success. As a successful applied scientist on our talented team of scientists and engineers, you will solve complex problems to identify actionable opportunities, and collaborate with engineering, research, and business teams for future innovation. You need to be a sophisticated user and builder of statistical models and put them in production to answer specific business questions. You are an expert at synthesizing and communicating insights and recommendations to audiences of varying levels of technical sophistication. You will continue to contribute to the research community, by working with scientists across Amazon, as well as collaborating with academic researchers and publishing papers (www.aboutamazon.com/research).Key job responsibilitiesAs an Applied Scientist on the team, you will:- Identify opportunities to improve SP growth and development process and translate those opportunities into science problems via principled statistical solutions (e.g. ML, causal, RL).- Mentor and guide the applied scientists in our organization and hold us to a high standard of technical rigor and excellence in MLOps.- Lead and execute roadmaps for complex science projects to help SP have a delightful selling experience while creating long term value for our shoppers.- Work with our engineering partners and draw upon your experience to meet latency and other system constraints.- Identify untapped, high-risk technical and scientific directions, and simulate new research directions that you will drive to completion and deliver.- Be responsible for communicating our science innovations to the broader internal & external scientific community.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language- Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing ...

Research Scientist II, Fire TV Experience - Science

Help re-invent how millions of people watch TV! Fire TV remains the #1 best-selling streaming media player in the US. Our goal is to be the global leader in delivering entertainment inside and outside the home, with the broadest selection of content, devices and experiences for customers.Our science team works at the intersection of Recommender Systems, Information Retrieval, Machine Learning and Natural Language Understanding. We leverage techniques from all these fields to create novel algorithms that allow our customers to engage with the right content at the right time. Our work directly contributes to making our devices delightful to use and indispensable for the household.As a Research Scientist, you will be responsible for the natural language understanding models for Fire TV use cases. Your work will directly impact our customers in the form of novel products and services that make use of speech and language technology. Key job responsibilities- Ensure data quality throughout all stages of acquisition and processing, including areas such as data sourcing / collection, ground truth generation, normalization, transformation, cross-lingual alignment / mapping, etc. - Clean, analyze and select data to achieve goals - Build and release models that elevate the customer experience and track impact over time - Design and run experiments, evaluate the impact of your optimizations, and communicate the results to various business stakeholders- Collaborate with colleagues from science, engineering and business backgrounds - Present proposals and results in a clear manner backed by data and coupled with actionable conclusions - Work with engineers to develop efficient data querying infrastructure for both offline and online use cases- Be a member of the Amazon-wide Machine Learning community, participating in internal and external meet ups, hackathons, and conferences- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of quantitative field research experience- Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products- Experience analyzing both experimental and observational data sets- Experience with any programming language such as Python, Java, C++- Experience in machine learning, statistics, and deep learning- Knowledge of R, MATLAB, Python or similar scripting language- Experience with agile development- Experience building web based dashboards using common frameworksAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Principal Reliability Scientist

We are designing the future. If you are in quest of an iterative fast-paced environment, where you can drive innovation through scientific inquiry, and provide tangible benefit to hundreds of thousands of our associates worldwide, this is your opportunity.Come work on the Amazon Worldwide Fulfillment Design & Engineering Team! We are looking for an exceptional Principal Reliability Engineer, someone that is excited to work on complex real-world challenges for which a comprehensive scientific approach is necessary to drive solutions. Your investigations will include identifying and mitigating reliability risks resulting in design and implementation of safe and reliable fulfillment center designs.We are seeking a Principal Reliability Scientist who will be responsible to lead reserach specific to reliability for Amazon Fulfillment Facilities.Key job responsibilitiesa. Employing a Failure based approach to develop and implement both analytical and empirical methods for identifying and evaluating reliability risks at the stages of facility design, MHE selection, and deployment.b. Lead research activities related Design for Reliability (DfR) initiatives for a warehouse, Develop predictive modelling techniques, and test plans. c. Lead AI-powered reliability solutions that combine data, machine learning, and domain knowledge about asset operations to help anticipate reliability risks, increase uptime, manage CapEx and OpEx costs, and improve productivity.d. Identifying gaps in current Reliability standards and guidelines, and lead comprehensive research to redefine “industry best practices” based on solid scientific foundations.e. Continuously strive to gain in-depth knowledge of your profession, as well as branch out to learn about intersecting fields, such as robotics and mechatronics.f. Travelling to our various sites to perform thorough assessments and gain in-depth operational feedback, approximately 25%-50% of the time.g. Regular communication with Executive management regarding status, risks and operational program metrics.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD or Master’s degree with 10+ years of relevant work in Reliability Engineering or related field - Design, Manufacturing or Materials Engineering experience in Automotive, Industrial, or High-Tech industries- Experience in Automotive, Industrial or High-Tech hardware Reliability Engineering roles - Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Science or related field -- Knowledge of reliability prediction software such as Weibull ++.- DOE skills - Broad range of failure analysis skills:- Experience with mechanical and electrical reliability tests of Automotive, Industrial products- Experience designing reliability methodologies ...

Research Scientist, People eXperience Technology Central Science (PXTCS)

The People eXperience and Technology (PXT) Central Science Team uses economics, behavioral science, statistics, and machine learning to proactively identify mechanisms, process improvements and products, which simultaneously improve Amazon and the lives, wellbeing, and the value of work of Amazonians. We are an interdisciplinary team which combines the talents of science and engineering to develop and deliver solutions that measurably achieve this goal. We invest in innovation and rapid prototyping of scientific models, AI/ML technologies and software solutions to accelerate informed, accurate, and reliable decision backed by science and data. As a research scientist you will you will design and carry out surveys to address business questions; analyze survey and other forms of data with regression models; perform weighting and multiple imputation to reduce bias due to nonresponse. You will conduct methodological and statistical research to understand the quality of survey data. You will work with economists, engineers, and computer scientists to select samples, draft and test survey questions, calculate nonresponse adjusted weights, and estimate regression models on large scale data. You will evaluate, diagnose, understand, and surface drivers and moderators for key research streams, including (but are not limited to) attrition, engagement, productivity, inclusion, and Amazon culture.Key job responsibilities Help to design and execute a scalable global content development and validation strategy to drive more effective decisions and improve the employee experience across all of Amazon Conduct psychometric and econometric analyses to evaluate integrity and practical application of survey questions and data Identify and execute research streams to evaluate how to mitigate or remove sources of measurement error Partner closely and drive effective collaborations across multi-disciplinary research and product teams Manage full life cycle of large-scale research programs (Develop strategy, gather requirements, manage and execute) - PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of quantitative field research experience- Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products- Experience analyzing both experimental and observational data sets- Knowledge of R, MATLAB, Python or similar scripting language- Experience with agile development- Experience building web based dashboards using common frameworksAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Aerodynamic Test Engineer, Prime Air Flight Sciences Vehicle Design & Test

Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization.How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and—most importantly—safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog (https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos).If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team!Our Prime Air Drone Vehicle Design and Test team within Flight Sciences is seeking an outstanding Aerodynamic Test & Evaluation Engineer who combines hands-on technical skills with test planning and coordination experience. This person will own our wind tunnel testing system and process and have opportunities to also own flight test instrumentation and support our acoustic testing systems. This person must be comfortable supporting a team of design engineers and scientists in a fast-paced, inter-disciplinary testing environment. We are looking for someone who is ready for diverse challenges; with a willingness to adapt to obstacles and an attention to detail. You will work hard, have fun, and of course, make history!Key job responsibilities- Plan, develop, and execute wind tunnel tests for full vehicle, propellers, and other test articles- Fabricate and assemble wind tunnel model components and wind tunnel test fixtures and control systems- Lead the integration and testing of new test articles and fixtures- Build wiring harnesses for power electronics and test instrumentation- Run diagnostics on power electronics and test instrumentation- Complete calibrations with test instrumentation (load cells, pressure transducers, and other)- Develop standard operating procedures and instructions for experiments- Coordinate transportation of test equipment to and from testing locationsAbout the teamOur Flight Sciences Vehicle Design & Test organization includes teams that span the following disciplines: Aerodynamics, Performance, Stability & Control, Configuration & Spatial Integration, Loads, Structures, Mass Properties, Multi-disciplinary Optimization (MDO), Wind Tunnel Testing, Noise Testing, Flight Test Instrumentation, and Rapid Prototyping. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelors Degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and 3+ years experience or equivalent- Hands-on experience designing, building, or operating aerodynamic test systems- Experience with wind tunnel testing and instrumentation- Experience designing and building mechanical and electrical systems, test models, and test fixtures ...

Senior Video Scientist, Live Compression Efficiency

Are you interested in revolutionizing the way people around the world enjoy live sports video? Come and join us and be part of the Prime Video Playback team. As a video scientist, you will: - Drive novel live encoding optimization to ensure the best live sports streaming experience delivered to millions of global customers.- Utilize the state-of-the-art computer vision and machine learning techniques to achieve content adaptive live sports encoding to maximize quality per bits at Amazon scale.- Innovate in video quality measurement, video content analysis, and video compression technologies to lead the video industry/community.Key job responsibilitiesAs a video scientist in the Prime Video Playback, this person shall:- Get familiar with the latest development and advances in video processing, video compression, and computer vision and machine learning to video understanding and analysis- Build research prototypes in live sports video content analysis, objective and subjective video quality measurement, and content-adaptive live video encoding.- Document and present technical proposals and implementations to both internal and external stakeholders and partners. - Work closely with engineering and product team to prioritize technology prototyping, productization and deploymentA day in the lifeAs a video scientist in the Prime Video Playback, you will:- Research and prototype innovative ideas in live sports content analysis, quality measurement, and content-adaptive live video encoding.- Drive technical approach and innovation via proof-of-concept prototyping, paper/report writing, technical presentations and patent filing- Collaborate with and influence product and engineering teams for technology productization and deployment About the teamPrime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one application available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites Dawson’s Creek and IF; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Federer; and programming from partners such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles, including blockbusters such as Challengers and The Fall Guy, via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy content such as Jury Duty and Bosch: Legacy free with ads on Freevee. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products experience- PhD, or Master's degree and 5+ years of quantitative field research experience- Experience with big data technologies such as AWS, Hadoop, Spark, Pig, Hive etc.- Experience communicating qualitative research methods and findings to non-qualitative researchers ...

Research Scientist, Amazon Music

Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that deepens connections between fans, artists, and creators. From personalized music playlists to exclusive podcasts, concert livestreams to artist merch, Amazon Music is innovating at some of the most exciting intersections of music and culture. We offer experiences that serve all listeners with our different tiers of service: Prime members get access to all the music in shuffle mode, and top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership; customers can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for unlimited, on-demand access to 100 million songs, including millions in HD, Ultra HD, and spatial audio; and anyone can listen for free by downloading the Amazon Music app or via Alexa-enabled devices. Join us for the opportunity to influence how Amazon Music engages fans, artists, and creators on a global scale. Learn more at https://www.amazon.com/music.We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Resesarch Scientist. You will play an integral part in the measurement and optimization of Amazon Music marketing activities. You will have the opportunity to work with a rich marketing dataset together with the marketing managers. This role will focus on developing and implementing causal models and randomized controlled trials to assess marketing effectiveness and inform strategic decision-making. This role is suitable for candidates with strong background in causal inference, statistical analysis, and data-driven problem-solving, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with cross-functional partners to optimize marketing strategies and drive business growth.Key job responsibilitiesDevelop Causal ModelsDesign, build, and validate causal models to evaluate the impact of marketing campaigns and initiatives. Leverage advanced statistical methods to identify and quantify causal relationships.Conduct Randomized Controlled TrialsDesign and implement randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to rigorously test the effectiveness of marketing strategies. Ensure robust experimental design and proper execution to derive credible insights.Statistical Analysis and InferencePerform complex statistical analyses to interpret data from experiments and observational studies. Use statistical software and programming languages to analyze large datasets and extract meaningful patterns.Data-Driven Decision MakingCollaborate with marketing teams to provide data-driven recommendations that enhance campaign performance and ROI. Present findings and insights to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.Collaborative Problem SolvingWork closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and engineering, to identify key business questions and develop analytical solutions. Foster a culture of data-informed decision-making across the organization.Stay Current with Industry TrendsKeep abreast of the latest developments in data science, causal inference, and marketing analytics. Apply new methodologies and technologies to improve the accuracy and efficiency of marketing measurement.Documentation and ReportingMaintain comprehensive documentation of models, experiments, and analytical processes. Prepare reports and presentations that effectively communicate complex analyses to non-technical audiences.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD in a quantitative field, or MS degree and 1+ years of quantitative field research experience- Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products- Experience with data analysis package (R, SAS, Matlab, etc.)- Experience using SQL databases to manage and analyze large data sets ...

Senior Applied Scientist, Amazon Search/Rufus

We’re working to improve shopping on Amazon using the conversational capabilities of large language models and are searching for pioneers who are passionate about AI and innovation in a fast moving environment. You'll be working with talented scientists, engineers, and technical program managers (TPM) to innovate on behalf of our customers. Your focus will be in post-training problems and solutions including grounding, fine-tuning and personalization.Key job responsibilitiesAs a Sr. Applied Science, you will drive strategic investments in the applied science team while delivering impact in short term iterations. Your focus will be in post-training problems and solutions including grounding, fine-tuning and personalization. You will stay in tune with state of the art and mentor other applied scientists.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience- Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning- 3+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language ...

Sr. Applied Scientist, AWS Industry Products

As part of the AWS solutions organization, we have a vision to provide business applications, leveraging Amazon's unique experience and expertise, that are used by millions of companies worldwide to manage day-to-day operations. We will accomplish this by accelerating our customers' businesses through delivery of intuitive and differentiated technology solutions that solve enduring business challenges. we blend vision with curiosity and Amazon's real-world experience to build opinionated, turnkey solutions. Where customers prefer to buy over build, we become their trusted partner with solutions that are no-brainers to buy and easy to use.AWS Industry Products (IP) is a new AWS engineering organization chartered to build new AWS products by applying Amazon’s innovation mechanisms along with AWS digital technologies to transform the world, industry by industry. We dive deep with leaders and innovators to solve the problems which block their industries, enabling them to capitalize on new digital business models. Simply put, our goal is to use the skill and scale of AWS to make the benefits of a connected world achievable for all businesses. We are looking for an Applied Scientist who are passionate about transforming industries through AI. This is a unique opportunity to not only listen to industry customers but also to develop AI and generative AI expertise in multiple core industries. You will join a team of scientists, product managers and software engineers that builds AI solutions in automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, sustainability/clean energy, and supply chain/operations domains. Leveraging and advancing generative AI technology will be a big part of your charter as we seek to apply the latest advancements in generative AI to industry-specific problems.Key job responsibilitiesUsing your in-depth expertise in machine learning and generative AI, you will deliver reusable science components and services that differentiate our industry products and solve customer problems. You will be the voice of scientific rigor, delivery, and innovation as you work with our segment teams on AI-driven product differentiators. You will conduct and advance research in AI and generative AI within and outside Amazon.About the teamDiverse ExperiencesAWS 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. Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, 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 (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’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 BalanceWe 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. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience- 3+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language- Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning ...

Applied Scientist III, AWS HealthAI

At AWS Health AI, we leverage AI to revolutionize healthcare and if you are passionate to make a global-scale difference in Health, we have an opportunity for you. AWS Health AI is seeking a inventive and talented Applied Scientist to join forces in the area of Natural Language Processing, Genomics, Medical Imaging or Biomedical. We are on a mission to use Gen-AI and build new innovative solutions for Healthcare and Life Sciences users. You will be involved in the entire product development cycle including customer discovery, experimentation, design, prototyping. Whats cool? You will collaborate with team of ML-focused SDEs to productionalize these solutions. Our ideal candidates thrives in ambiguity, build collaborative relationships, moves fast, and are passionate about meaningful work. They will have the technical skills to design and build complex distributed systems that runs at AWS scale. They prefer working on small, focused teams, own their product, and love to pitch in anywhere to get the job done. They lead by example and the team naturally gravitate towards them because of their engineering expertise and decision-making ability. They can communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences and are comfortable pitching new ideas.We are looking for candidates who thrive in an exciting, fast-paced environment and who have a strong personal interest in learning, researching, and creating new technologies with high customer impact. You will have an opportunity to influence product and leaders. As an Applied Scientist you will partner with talented scientists and engineers to design, train, test, and deploy machine learning models. You will contribute to innovative features, improve our services based on customer requirements and help maintain a highly scalable data and model management infrastructure that supports cutting-edge research. You will be responsible for translating business and engineering requirements into deliverables and software products.Prior domain knowledge in speech, natural language processing, or computer vision is strongly preferred; solid knowledge of fundamentals of statistics, machine learning, and deep learning is required. Candidates should possess strong software engineering skills and several years of industry experience.Key job responsibilities- Applying latest deep learning and natural language processing techniques to ship new features for our customer- Convert ambiguous business questions into precise science problems- Regularly ship deep learning models and natural language processing models that run at AWS scale- Collaborate with engineers, clinical experts and product managers to deliver your solutionsWhat You'll Do:* Collaborate with a team of Clinical experts, researchers and engineers in solving complex healthcare challenges* Develop novel algorithms and modeling techniques for multimodal systems* Apply latest deep learning, Gen AI and natural language processing techniques to build model-based solutions in Health domain* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful products and services. Convert ambiguous business questions into precise science problem, and share insights/learnings from your experimentation to help product direction.* Conduct cutting-edge research and publish in top-tier conferences and journalsWhat We're Looking For:* Strong background in deep learning and multimodal systems* Passion for applying AI to healthcare challenges* Ability to lead and mentor research teams* Experience in developing scalable, secure AI/ML systems* Expertise in areas such as medical imaging, medical notes, ontologies, genomics, or clinical decision supportAbout the teamThis team is responsible for building classical as well as GenAI solutions that directly integrate as solutions for HealthCare and Life Science users.Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Diverse ExperiencesAWS 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.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, 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 (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’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 BalanceWe 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.Hybrid WorkWe value innovation and recognize this sometimes requires uninterrupted time to focus on a build. We also value in-person collaboration and time spent face-to-face. Our team affords employees options to work in the office every day or in a flexible, hybrid work model near one of our U.S. Amazon offices.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience- PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language- Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning ...

Sr. Research Scientist, Prime Air Navigation

Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization.How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and—most importantly—safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog (https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos).If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team!We are seeking a highly skilled Navigation Scientist to help develop advanced algorithms and software for our Prime Air delivery drone program. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive navigation analysis to support cross-functional decision-making, define system architecture and requirements, contribute to the development of flight algorithms, and actively identify innovative technological opportunities that will drive significant enhancements to meet our customers' evolving demands.Export Control License: This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language- Experience implementing algorithms using both toolkits and self-developed code ...

Research Scientist II, Amazon Dash Cart

The Amazon Dash Cart team is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist (Level 5) to join our team that is focused on building new technologies for grocery stores. We are a team of scientists invent new algorithms (especially artificial intelligence, computer vision and sensor fusion) to improve customer experiences in grocery shopping.The Amazon Dash Cart is a smart shopping cart that uses sensors to keep track of what a shopper has added. Once done, they can bypass the checkout lane and just walk out. The cart comes with convenience features like a store map, a basket that can weigh produce, and product recommendations. Amazon Dash Cart’s are available at Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods. Learn more about the Dash Cart at https://www.amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=21289116011.Key job responsibilitiesAs a research scientist, you will help solve a variety of technical challenges and mentor other engineers. You will play an active role in translating business and functional requirements into concrete deliverables and build quick prototypes or proofs of concept in partnership with other technology leaders within the team. You will tackle challenging, novel situations every day and given the size of this initiative, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon in different locations. You should be comfortable with a degree of ambiguity that’s higher than most projects and relish the idea of solving problems that, frankly, haven’t been solved before - anywhere. Along the way, we guarantee that you’ll learn a ton, have fun and make a positive impact on millions of people.About the teamAmazon Dash cart allows shoppers to checkout without lines — you just place the items in the cart and the cart will take care of the rest. When you’re done shopping, you leave the store through a designated dash lane. We charge the payment method in your Amazon account as you walk through the dash lane and send you a receipt. Check it out at https://www.amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=21289116011.Designed and custom-built by Amazonians, our Dash cart uses a variety of technologies including computer vision, sensor fusion, and advanced machine learning. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of quantitative field research experience- Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products- Experience analyzing both experimental and observational data sets ...

Senior Applied Scientist, Fulfillment Planning & Execution Science - Fulfilment Optimization SCOT

Have you ever wondered how Amazon predicts when your order will arrive and how we ensure that it actually arrives on at the promised date/time? Have you wondered where all those Amazon semi-trucks on the road are headed? Are you passionate about increasing efficiency and reducing carbon footprint? Does the idea of having worldwide impact on Amazon's logistics network including our planes, trucks, and vans sound exciting to you? If so, then we want to talk with you! At Amazon's Supply Chain Optimization Technologies (SCOT), we are tasked with optimizing the fulfilment on customer orders so that we fulfil all orders worldwide in the most intelligent manner while ensuring Amazon customers get their orders on time.Amazon Fulfillment Planning & Execution (FPX) Science team within SCOT- Fulfilment Optimization group is seeking a Senior Applied Scientist with expertise in Machine Learning and a proven record of solving business problems through scalable ML solutions. FPX Science tackles some of the most mathematically complex challenges in transportation planning and execution space to improve Amazon's operational efficiency worldwide. We own Amazon’s global fulfilment center and transportation planning and execution. The team also owns the short-term network planning and execution that determines the optimal flow of customer orders through Amazon fulfilment network. This includes developing sophisticated math models and controllers that assign orders to fulfilment centers to be picked and packed and then planning the optimal ship method in terms of cost, speed and carbon impact to deliver to the customer. These plans drive downstream decisions that are in the billions of dollars at Amazon Scale worldwide. The systems we build are entirely in-house, and are on the cutting edge of both academic and applied research in large scale supply chain planning, optimization, machine learning and statistics. These systems operate at various scales, from real-time decision system that completes thousands of transactions per seconds, to large scale distributed system that optimize Amazon’s fulfilment network. As Amazon continues to build and expand the first party delivery network, this role will be critical to realize this vision. Your tech solution will have large impacts to the physical supply chain of Amazon, and play a key role in improving Amazon consumer business’s long-term profitability. If you are interested in diving into a multi-discipline, high impact space this is the team for you. We’re looking for a passionate, results-oriented, and inventive Senior Applied Scientist who can create and improve ML models for our outbound transportation planning systems. In addition, you will be working on design, development and evaluation of highly innovative OR and ML models for solving complex business problems in the area of outbound transportation planning systems. The position is located at Bellevue, WA, just next to Seattle with beautiful outdoors and great city life.Watch http://bit.ly/amazon-scot to get the big picture. Key job responsibilitiesAs a Senior Applied Scientist within FPX Science team, you will propose and deploy solutions that will likely draw from a range of scientific areas such as supervised, semi-supervised and unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, advanced statistical modeling, and graph models. You will have an opportunity to be on the forefront of supply chain thought leadership by working on some of the most difficult problems in the industry, with some of the best product managers, research scientists, statisticians, and software engineers to integrate scientific work into production systems. You will bring deep technical expertise in the area of Machine Learning, and will play an integral part in building Amazon's Fulfillment Optimization systems. Other responsibilities include:- Design, development and evaluation of highly innovative ML models for solving complex business problems. - Research and apply the latest ML techniques and best practices from both academia and industry. - Think about customers and how to improve the customer delivery experience. - Use and analytical techniques to create scalable solutions for business problems. - Work closely with software engineering teams to build model implementations and integrate successful models and algorithms in production systems at very large scale. - Technically lead and mentor other scientists in team. - Establish scalable, efficient, automated processes for large scale data analyses, model development, model validation and model implementation.A day in the lifeThis is a great role for someone who likes to learn new things. You will have the opportunity to learn all about how Amazon plans for and executes within its logistics network including Fulfillment Centers, Air Stations, Sort Centers, Delivery Stations, and more. You will need to meet with many internal customers to understand their business and their challenges as you develop an effective solution to enable us to collectively scale. Our leadership is very interested in this effort so you will find lots of opportunities to get your ideas and plans in front of them for evaluation and alignment. We are seeking someone who wants to lead projects that require innovative thinking and deep technical problem-solving skills to create production-ready machine learning solutions. A successful candidate is able to quickly approach large ambiguous problems, turn high-level business requirements into mathematical models, identify the right solution approach, and contribute to the software development for production systems. Successful candidates must thrive in fast-paced environments, which encourage collaborative and creative problem solving, be able to measure and estimate risks, constructively critique peer research, and align research focuses with the Amazon's strategic needs. We look for individuals who know how to deliver results and show a desire to develop themselves, their colleagues, and their career.About the teamFulfillment Planning & Execution Science team contains a group of scientists with different technical backgrounds including Machine Learning and Operations Research, who will collaborate closely with you on your projects. Our team directly supports critical functional areas across Fulfillment Optimization and the research needs of the corresponding product and engineering teams. We tackle some of the most mathematically complex challenges in facility and transportation planning and execution to improve Amazon's operational efficiency worldwide and at a scale that is unique to Amazon. We often seek the opportunity of applying hybrid techniques in the space of Operations Research and Machine Learning to tackle some of our biggest technical challenges. We disambiguate complex supply chain problems and create ML and optimization solutions to solve those problems at scale.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD in econometrics, statistics, industrial engineering, operations research, optimization, data mining, analytics, or equivalent quantitative field- 5+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience- 5+ years of industry or academic research experience- Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language ...

2025 Operations Research Science Internship - United States, PhD Student Science Recruiting

Do you enjoy solving challenging problems and driving innovations in research? Do you want to create scalable optimization models and apply machine learning techniques to guide real-world decisions? We are looking for builders, innovators, and entrepreneurs who want to bring their ideas to reality and improve the lives of millions of customers.As a Research Science intern focused on Operations Research and Optimization intern, you will be challenged to apply theory into practice through experimentation and invention, develop new algorithms using modeling software and programming techniques for complex problems, implement prototypes and work with massive datasets. As you navigate through complex algorithms and data structures, you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of Amazon's fulfillment, logistics, and supply chain operations.Imagine waking up each morning, fueled by the excitement of solving intricate puzzles that have a direct impact on Amazon's operational excellence. Your day might begin by collaborating with cross-functional teams, exchanging ideas and insights to develop innovative solutions. You'll then immerse yourself in a world of data, leveraging your expertise in optimization, causal inference, time series analysis, and machine learning to uncover hidden patterns and drive operational efficiencies.Throughout your journey, you'll have access to unparalleled resources, including state-of-the-art computing infrastructure, cutting-edge research papers, and mentorship from industry luminaries. This immersive experience will not only sharpen your technical skills but also cultivate your ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where bold ideas are celebrated.Amazon has positions available for Operations Research Science Internships in, but not limited to, Bellevue, WA; Boston, MA; Cambridge, MA; New York, NY; Santa Clara, CA; Seattle, WA; Sunnyvale, CA.Key job responsibilitiesWe are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in: Optimization, Causal Inference, Time Series, Algorithms and Data Structures, Statistics, Operations Research, Machine Learning, Programming/Scripting Languages, LLMsIn this role, you ain hands-on experience in applying cutting-edge analytical techniques to tackle complex business challenges at scale. If you are passionate about using data-driven insights to drive operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems. A successful candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.A day in the lifeDevelop and apply optimization, causal inference, and time series modeling techniques to drive operational efficiencies and improve decision-making across Amazon's fulfillment, logistics, and supply chain operationsDesign and implement scalable algorithms and data structures to support complex optimization systemsLeverage statistical methods and machine learning to uncover insights and patterns in large-scale operations dataPrototype and validate new approaches through rigorous experimentation and analysisCollaborate closely with cross-functional teams of researchers, engineers, and business stakeholders to translate research outputs into tangible business impactBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Are enrolled in a PhD in operations research, applied mathematics, theoretical computer science, or equivalent- Are 18 years of age or older- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum- Can relocate to where the internship is based ...

Battery Research Scientist III, Prime Air

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Battery Research Scientist III to lead advanced research initiatives in battery cell technology and safety. This senior-level position will focus on pushing the boundaries of current battery technology while developing cutting-edge solutions for thermal runaway mitigation and protection. Key Responsibilities:1. Battery Cell Technology Research:-Lead the development of next-generation battery cell architectures, focusing on improving energy density, power output, and cycle life.-Spearhead research into novel electrode materials, electrolytes, and separators.-Design and oversee complex experiments to evaluate battery performance, degradation mechanisms, and failure modes.-Develop predictive models for battery performance and lifespan.2. Thermal Runaway Mitigation and Protection Research:-Direct research efforts in advanced thermal management solutions for high-capacity lithium-ion batteries.-Pioneer innovative materials and designs to enhance battery safety and prevent thermal runaway events.-Oversee the development and implementation of sophisticated thermal runaway tests and failure mode analyses.-Lead the creation of industry-leading safety protocols for battery testing, manufacturing, and usage.3. Leadership and Project Management:-Serve as principal investigator on major research projects, managing budgets, timelines, and deliverables.-Mentor junior scientists and provide technical leadership to cross-functional teams.-Collaborate with senior management to align research goals with organizational objectives.-Establish and maintain partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders.4. Innovation and Intellectual Property:-Drive the creation of new intellectual property, leading patent application processes.-Represent the organization at high-level conferences and industry events.-Author and co-author publications in top-tier scientific journals.-Identify emerging trends in battery technology and propose strategic research directions.Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.#0000- 7+ years of investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products experience- PhD, or Master's degree and 7+ years of quantitative field research experience- Experience communicating qualitative research methods and findings to non-qualitative researchers- Experience converting research studies into tangible real-world changes- Expert on lithium battery safety analysis and hazard assessment per DO-227A and DO-311A protocols.- Expert on battery pack design for safety and ability to pass FAA thermal runaway containment testing.- Experience Analyzing, modeling, and testing hazardous effects on aircraft due to lithium battery failures.Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $143,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Applied Scientist, Automated Reasoning Group

We’re on the lookout for the curious, those who think big and want to define the world of tomorrow. At Amazon, you will grow into the high impact, visionary person you know you’re ready to be. Every day will be filled with exciting new challenges, developing new skills, and achieving personal growth. How often can you say that your work changes the world? At Amazon, you’ll say it often. Join us and define tomorrow.We are looking for smart scientists capable of using a variety of domain expertise to invent, design, evangelize, and implement state-of-the-art solutions for never-before-solved problems in the space of Automated Reasoning and Artificial Intelligence. A successful candidate will be a self-starter comfortable with ambiguity, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. As an Applied Scientist, you will own the design and development of end-to-end systems. You’ll have the opportunity to write technical white papers, create technical roadmaps, and drive production level projects that will support Amazon Science. You will work closely with other Amazon scientists and engineers. The ideal scientist must have the ability to work with diverse groups of people and cross-functional teams to solve sometimes ambiguous and complex business problems.Amazon Science gives insight into the company’s approach to customer-obsessed scientific innovation. Amazon fundamentally believes that scientific innovation is essential to being the most customer-centric company in the world. It’s the company’s ability to have an impact at scale that allows us to attract some of the brightest minds in artificial intelligence and related fields. Our scientist use our working backwards method to enrich the way we live and work.Key job responsibilitiesKey job responsibilities* Develop systems that can be used for automated software analysis and artificial intelligence* Develop core tools and algorithms that can be reused * Help lead the development of new ideas and mentor individualsAbout the teamAWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (Iot), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.Diverse ExperiencesAWS 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. Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, 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 (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’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 BalanceWe 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. Hybrid WorkWe value innovation and recognize this sometimes requires uninterrupted time to focus on a build. We also value in-person collaboration and time spent face-to-face. Our team affords employees options to work in the office every day or in a flexible, hybrid work model near one of our U.S. Amazon offices.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience- 3+ years of building models for business application experience- Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language- Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing ...

Amazon Robotics - Human Factors and Ergonomics Research Scientist Co-op - 2025

Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.Amazon Robotics is looking for a bright and motivated research scientist co-op who is excited to work on complex, real-world challenges. We are interested in someone who has experience applying human factors and ergonomics standards, method, and analysis tools. The ideal candidate would be familiar with the ISO 11228 standard (Ergonomics - Manual Handling) and have experience conducting ergonomic evaluations with common tools, such as the NIOSH lifting equation, ACGIH threshold limit values, Recommended Cumulative Rest Allowance (RCRA) method, and the Liberty Mutual Manual Material Handling tables. We are also seeking candidates who have experience with digital human modeling software, such as Siemens Jack or Process Simulate, wearable/optical motion capture systems, and EMG analysis. Additionally, we are seeking candidates who have experience conducting ergonomics/biomechanics research and publishing peer reviewed articles in reputable journals and/or conference proceedings. The ideal candidate would have experience coding in MATLAB and/or Python, and be able to utilize data science and machine learning to develop novel ergonomic assessment methodologies.Key job responsibilitiesThe role will entail conducting ergonomics research to ensure the safety of Amazon associates, operators, and maintainers. This research will help shape the HFE team’s methodology, allowing us to better guide product design decisions that limit injury risk. You will help to identify fundamental questions pertaining to human capabilities and tolerances in a variety of work environments and provide human factors/ergonomics input to teams across Amazon Robotics, such as Hardware Engineering, Product and Program Management, Safety, Systems Engineering, and Operations. You will work closely with our ergonomics research colleagues in the Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) organization to develop and refine a unified toolkit of ergonomic analysis methodologies. Your responsibilities may include: * Conducting novel HFE research to improve the speed and accuracy of our assessment methodologies. * Staying up-to-date on the latest in ergonomics industry research, and recommending new approaches/technologies that the team should consider adopting. * Contributing to comprehensive assessments of workstations and processes covering biomechanical, physiological, and psychophysical demands. * Continuously striving to gain in-depth knowledge of your profession, as well as branch out to learn about intersecting fields, such as user experience, industrial design, robotics and mechatronics.* Supporting the development of internal guidelines, process documents, and standards to broaden our impact and improve the clarity of our methods for the hardware design organization. * Occasionally traveling to various sites to conduct research or support product assessments (e.g., collect biomechanical/physiological data and collect associate feedback)About the teamAt Amazon Robotics, we create high tech products that help associates to work faster, safer, and with greater satisfaction. In order to best serve our associate customers, we need to incorporate ergonomic considerations into the design cycle for associate facing hardware development projects. The Human Factors and Ergonomics (HFE) team conducts iterative evaluations of every new Amazon Robotics product, in order to minimize injury potential and enhance the overall associate experience. Utilizing advanced technologies and cutting-edge research, we develop and institutionalize state-of-the-art ergonomic assessment tools that accurately and efficiently predict impacts to associates working in AR fulfillment centers.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Currently working towards PhD program in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Life Sciences (e.g. Biology, Physiology, Kinesiology, Biomechanics), or equivalent- Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for the whole duration of the internship/co-op- At least 1 year of relevant academic research or industry experience in human factors, ergonomics, and/or biomechanics- Experience conducting human factors/ergonomics assessments, using tools such as: NIOSH Lifting Equation, ACGIH tables, Liberty Mutual MMH Tables, RCRA, OCRA, 3DSSPP, Energy Expenditure Prediction Program (EEPP), and digital human modeling software (e.g., Siemens Jack/Process Simulate)- Experience conducting laboratory studies in human performance using motion capture technology, electromyography, metabolic carts, etc. ...

Applied Scientist, Minerva

Do you want to be part of the team developing the future technology that impacts the customer experience of ground-breaking products? Then come join us and make history.We are looking for a passionate, talented, and inventive Applied Scientist with a background in AI, Gen AI, Machine Learning, NLP, to help build LLM solutions for Amazon core shopping.As an Applied Scientist, you will be working closely with a team of applied scientists and engineers to build systems that shape the future of Amazon's by automatically generating relevant content and building a whole page experience that is coherent, dynamic, and interesting. You will improve ranking and optimization in our algorithm. You will participate in driving features from idea to deployment, and your work will directly impact millions of customers.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language. - Experience with SQL. - Advanced degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, machine learning or equivalent quantitative field. ...

Senior Research Scientist, Special Projects

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 extreme. 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. 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.- MSc/Ph.D in Life Sciences plus 10 years experience.- 5+ years of directly-related commercial or academic post-graduate experience.- Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams at the interface of life science and computer science.- Expertise with cutting life sciences methods and concepts.- Familiarity with data analysis tools and methodologies that are commonly used in modern laboratory data analysis.- Work with a team of researchers to extend and interpret advanced analytical methodologies.- Ability to work successfully within an entrepreneurial environment.- Broad familiarity with different areas of the life sciences.- Ability to establish and manage external partnerships with key technology partners and collaboratorsAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $143,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.