Amazon

Applied Scientist, Amazon Selection and Catalog Systems (ASCS)

Amazon$130K — $180K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 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++, or Python
  • Experience with machine learning applications in real-world problems
  • Publications in top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals are preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead projects in advanced machine learning

Responsibilities

  • Formulate novel research problems integrating GenAI and multimodal learning
  • Design and implement models utilizing foundation models and agentic architectures
  • Develop explainable AI solutions balancing performance with scalability
  • Manage end-to-end machine learning pipelines from research to production
  • Align research roadmaps with business priorities for impactful improvements
  • Mentor peers on advanced ML techniques and scientific methods
  • Engage with the broader scientific community through publications and tech talks

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with access to massive data resources
  • Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI research
  • Experience designing state-of-the-art AI solutions
  • Chance to mentor and develop skills in advanced machine learning
  • Impact millions of customers with your work on product catalog improvements
Full Job Description
Amazon's Item and Relationship Platform group is looking for an innovative and customer-focused applied scientist to help us make the world's best product catalog even better. In this role, you will partner with technology and business leaders to build new state-of-the-art algorithms, models, and services to infer product-to-product relationships that matter to our customers. You will pioneer advanced GenAI solutions that power next-generation agentic shopping experiences, working in a collaborative environment where you can experiment with massive data from the world's largest product catalog, tackle problems at the frontier of AI research, rapidly implement and deploy your algorithmic ideas at scale, across millions of customers.

Key job responsibilities

* Formulate novel research problems at the intersection of GenAI, multimodal learning, and large-scale information retrieval-translating ambiguous business challenges into tractable scientific frameworks

* Design and implement leading models leveraging VLMs, foundation models, and agentic architectures to solve product identity, relationship inference, and catalog understanding at billion-product scale

* Pioneer explainable AI methodologies that balance model performance with scalability requirements for production systems impacting millions of daily customer decisions

* Own end-to-end ML pipelines from research ideation to production deployment-processing petabytes of multimodal data with rigorous evaluation frameworks

* Define research roadmaps aligned with business priorities, balancing foundational research with incremental product improvements

* Mentor peer scientists and engineers on advanced ML techniques, experimental design, and scientific rigor-building organizational capability in GenAI and multimodal AI

* Represent the team in the broader science community-publishing findings, delivering tech talks, and staying at the forefront of GenAI, VLM, and agentic system research

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- PhD

- 2+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience

- Have publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals

- Proven track record of successfully applying ML-based solutions to complex problems in business, science, or engineering.

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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