Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios
Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios is hiring: Sr. Applied Scientist, Prime Video -
Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios, New York, NY, US, 10261
Sr. Applied Scientist – Prime Video Content Understanding, Localization & Enrichment Team
Company: Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios
Prime Video offers customers a vast collection of movies, series, and sports—all available to watch on hundreds of compatible devices. U.S. Prime members also subscribe to 100+ channels including Max, discovery+, Paramount+, BET+, MGM+, ViX+, PBS KIDS, NBA League Pass, MLB.TV, and STARZ with no extra apps or cable required. More than 200 million Prime members worldwide enjoy access to Amazon’s enormous selection, value, and fast delivery. As a technologist at Prime Video, you will own end‑to‑end product, user experience, design, and technology to deliver state‑of‑the‑art entertainment experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a team of applied scientists focused on natural language processing and computer vision research for video‑centric digital media.
Create and communicate research roadmaps to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Recruit, retain, and develop top talent, fostering a strong applied‑science environment.
Develop and release machine‑learning models that improve content understanding, localization, and enrichment for Prime Video.
Basic Qualifications
3+ years of building machine‑learning models for business application.
PhD, Master’s degree, or equivalent with 6+ years of applied research experience.
Proficiency in Java, C++, Python, or related languages.
Experience with neural deep‑learning methods and machine‑learning frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with tools such as scikit‑learn, Spark MLlib, TensorFlow, NumPy, SciPy.
Experience with large‑scale distributed systems like Hadoop or Spark.
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on protected veteran status, disability, 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, please visit our accommodations page .
Base pay for this position ranges from $150,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $260,000/year in our highest. Equity, sign‑on, and other compensation may also be provided as part of the total package.
Job ID: A3103094
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