Applied Scientist - Advertising Solutions Job at Amazon in Seattle

Join Amazon Ads' Sponsored Products and Brands team, where we are transforming the advertising landscape through innovative generative AI technologies. Our mission is to enhance product discovery and brand engagement for millions of customers on Amazon.com and beyond. We are passionate about integrating human creativity with advanced AI to redefine every stage of the advertising lifecycle, from ad creation to performance analysis and customer insights. The Sponsored Brands Impressions-based Offerings team is tasked with enhancing the value of Sponsored Brands for large-scale brand advertising in retail media. We empower brands to be discovered, acquire new customers, and sustainably grow customer lifetime value. Our work encompasses building comprehensive solutions that drive brand visibility and share of voice, including advertiser tools, shopper experiences, monetization strategies, and optimization features. Our success is measured by shopper engagement with brands and the brands' ability to scale their business using our advertising products. As an Applied Scientist on our team, you will: Develop cutting-edge AI solutions for Sponsored Brands' advertiser and shopper experiences, focusing on monetization and optimization systems that enhance campaign performance through generative models. Define a strategic vision and roadmap for our Sponsored Brands advertising initiatives, ensuring alignment with customer needs, and translate this into actionable plans for applied scientists and engineering teams. Design and execute A/B experiments to assess proposed solutions using comprehensive data analyses. Effectively communicate both technical and non-technical ideas with team members and stakeholders. Stay informed about the latest advancements and modeling techniques within the field. Envision the long-term trajectory of generative AI and identify opportunities to leverage these technologies to address real-world challenges. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 3+ years of experience building models for business applications. PhD or Master's degree with 4+ years in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Machine Learning, or a related field. Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or similar. Experience in algorithms, data structures, numerical optimization, data mining, or high-performance computing. 3+ years of experience in digital advertising technology. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Proven track record of developing innovative AI solutions. Familiarity with generative model architectures. Research publications or patents in generative AI technologies. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accommodations during the application and hiring process, please reach out for assistance. The base salary range for this position is $142,800.00 - $193,200.00 annually. This package includes sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and location. We also offer comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.