Amazon

Principal Technical Program Manager, WHS Data-Tech

Amazon$177K — $239K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of technical product or program management experience.
  • 10+ years of working experience with engineering teams.
  • 5+ years in software development roles.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and coordinating release schedules.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

  • Own program strategy, roadmap, and delivery for safety initiatives powered by AI and computer vision.
  • Collaborate with applied scientists and ML engineers to transition research into production systems.
  • Define and manage technical dependencies across various system architectures.
  • Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and make tradeoff decisions between innovation and reliability.
  • Author strategy documents and communicate outcomes to senior executives.
  • Establish metrics to measure the safety impact of AI/ML solutions and drive improvements.
  • Build mechanisms for program management that enhance delivery quality across teams.
  • Influence cross-functional stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery and adoption.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • 401(k) matching.
  • Paid time off and parental leave.
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage.
  • Access to mental health support and flexible spending accounts.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Technical Program Manager on our Workplace Health & Safety Data-Tech team, you will own the strategy and delivery of large-scale programs that apply computer vision, machine learning, and generative AI to detect, analyze, and prevent workplace safety incidents across Amazon's global operations. You'll partner with applied scientists and software engineers to take research from prototype to production, define the technical roadmap, and deliver measurable safety outcomes.

This role is for someone who thrives in ambiguity, has deep fluency in AI/ML systems, and can lead multiple engineering and science teams through complex technical challenges. You'll influence investment decisions, author organizational strategy documents, and communicate directly with senior executives. If you're passionate about using technology to make people's lives safer, and you love the intersection of advanced science and real-world impact, this is the role for you.

Key job responsibilities

- Own program strategy, roadmap, and end-to-end delivery for computer vision and AI-powered safety initiatives spanning multiple engineering and applied science teams

- Partner with applied scientists and ML engineers to translate research into production-grade systems, managing the unique complexities of model development, validation, and deployment at scale

- Define and manage technical dependencies across computer vision pipelines, edge inference infrastructure, IoT systems, and cloud services

- Identify risks early, develop mitigation plans, and make high-judgment tradeoff decisions that balance innovation speed with system reliability

- Author organizational strategy documents, build investment cases, and communicate program outcomes to senior executives

- Establish metrics and mechanisms to measure the real-world safety impact of AI/ML solutions, and drive continuous improvement

- Build scalable program management mechanisms that improve delivery quality and predictability across the science and engineering portfolio

- Influence and align cross-functional stakeholders across safety, operations, and central technology teams to drive coordinated delivery and adoption

About the team

Amazon's Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) organization is responsible for keeping over 1.5 million employees safe across our global retail operations. Within WHS, our technology team builds the science and engineering capabilities that power Amazon's safety strategy at scale.

We're a cross-functional organization of software engineers, applied scientists, data engineers, and program managers who develop computer vision systems, generative AI applications, sensor and IoT solutions, and analytics platforms - all aimed at reducing workplace safety incidents. Our customers are the safety professionals and operations leaders who protect employees on the ground every day, and we build the tools that give them real-time visibility, automated insights, and the ability to proactively mitigate risks before incidents happen.

We move fast, think big, and care deeply about impact. Our culture values technical depth, scientific curiosity, and a bias for action. You'll work alongside world-class researchers and engineers, ship products that reach millions of employees, and see the direct connection between your work and people going home safe every day.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 7+ years of technical product or program management experience

- 10+ years of working directly with engineering teams experience

- 5+ years of software development experience

- Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 8+ years of hands-on work managing complex technology projects experience

- Experience managing projects across cross functional teams, building sustainable processes and coordinating release schedules

- Experience developing and implementing deep learning algorithms, particularly with respect to computer vision algorithms

- Experience influencing at all levels within an organization, particularly at the executive level

- Master's degree or equivalent in computer science, machine learning, engineering, or related fields

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, TN, Nashville - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 177,000.00 - 239,400.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Bellevue - 177,000.00 - 239,400.00 USD annually

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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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