Join Our Global Search Quality Team as an Applied Scientist I

Amazon offers a thrilling opportunity to enhance how millions globally interact with technology and science every day. We are seeking an innovative Applied Scientist I eager to delve into Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning (ML), and Deep Learning (DL) to improve search functionalities across our vast product catalog. This full-time position is available in Seattle, Washington, and Palo Alto, California.

About the Role

As an Applied Scientist with Amazon's Global Search Quality team, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of how our customers discover products seamlessly. Your expertise will specifically contribute to advancements in query understanding, semantic matching, relevance ranking, language identification, and machine translation. These initiatives directly impact customer satisfaction and the broader business, making this role highly visible and impactful.

Who We're Looking For

Candidates should have a robust background in programming, preferably with experience in Java, C++, Python, or similar languages. Additionally, proficiency with SQL, RDBMS systems like Oracle, or Data Warehouses is essential. A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field is required to support your ability to craft scalable, effective search solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with NLP and ML techniques, especially in a search context, is highly desirable. Familiarity with AWS services, building and deploying low-latency ML models in large-scale, real-time production systems will set you apart. Candidates who have conducted A/B testing and are experienced with large-scale data processing frameworks like Spark are encouraged to apply.

Why Amazon?

Amazon is dedicated to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that responds to the variety of needs our employees face in different geographic locations.

Compensation Details

Base salary for this role spans from $129,400 to $212,800 per year, depending on location and experience. Our total compensation approach includes equity, sign-on payments, and additional rewards.

Join Us

Are you ready to revolutionize Amazon search and significantly impact our customer’s experience? Apply today for the role of Applied Scientist I, Global Search Quality in either Palo Alto, CA or Seattle, WA! Visit our careers page to submit your application.

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