Amazon is hiring: Applied Scientist for Advertising Solutions in Seattle

The Sponsored Products and Brands team at Amazon Ads is revolutionizing the advertising landscape using cutting-edge generative AI technologies. Our innovative approach transforms how millions of customers discover products and engage with brands on Amazon.com and beyond. We are dedicated to re-inventing advertising experiences that blend human creativity with artificial intelligence, enhancing every stage of the advertising lifecycle—from ad creation and optimization to performance analysis and customer insights. If you are passionate about solving complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities, we invite you to join our mission in shaping the future of advertising.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop AI-driven solutions to enhance Sponsored Brands advertiser and shopper experiences, including building recommendation systems with generative models.
• Invent and design innovative solutions to scientifically complex challenges and identify opportunities within new business initiatives.
• Steer the design of sophisticated software solutions or systems, contributing significantly to key scientific innovations and taking ownership of critical components.
• Define a long-term vision and strategic roadmap for our Sponsored Brands advertising business, translating customer needs into actionable plans for applied scientists and engineering teams.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and product managers to design, implement, and launch AI solutions from start to finish.
• Design and conduct A/B experiments to assess proposed solutions through thorough data analysis.
• Think strategically about the evolution of Generative AI over multiple years, identifying new opportunities to apply technology for real-world solutions.
• Communicate technical and non-technical ideas effectively to teammates and stakeholders.
• Translate complex scientific challenges into practical solutions that create impact for business stakeholders.
• Stay informed on advancements in modeling techniques in the field.

About the Team:

We are committed to making Amazon the premier destination for shoppers to discover and purchase relevant products from meaningful brands. In this role, you will implement Gen AI solutions that empower millions of advertisers to create more effective ad campaigns while enhancing the overall experience on Amazon's global platform. Our team is focused on inventing, defining, and delivering advertising products that drive brand discovery and sales, generating significant revenue and fostering long-term growth for Amazon Store businesses.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in building models for business applications.
• PhD or Master's degree with 4+ years of experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or equivalent.
• Experience in algorithms, data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, and parallel computing.
• A deep curiosity and foundational knowledge of Generative AI.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Unix/Linux environments.
• Experience in professional software development.
• Previous work with agents or Large Language Models (LLMs).

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and upholds an inclusive culture that empowers all team members to deliver exceptional results for our customers. Applicants requiring workplace accommodations during the hiring process are encouraged to notify us directly. Compensation for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market to $223,400/year in our highest geographic market, based on various factors including location and relevant experience. This position will remain open until filled. Please apply through our career site.