Science Manager Amazon Transportation

Lead innovations in transportation optimization at Amazon! Were seeking an exceptional Applied Science Manager to spearhead a team of scientists developing algorithms that revolutionize global logistics and transportation. Your work will directly impact millions of deliveries daily optimizing one of the worlds largest and most complex transportation networks.

We are looking for leaders who can:

Navigate ambiguity and pioneer new methodologies where no prior solutions exist
Balance shortterm operational needs with longterm strategic goals
Drive best practices and establish processes for scientific excellence across the organization
Demonstrate deep expertise in operations research optimization and machine learning applied to transportation systems
Join us in reshaping the future of global logistics. Your innovations will define how goods move around the world at an unprecedented scale.

Key job responsibilities
In this role you will:

Drive the development of advanced optimization and machine learning solutions for applications in transportation
Lead multimillion dollar initiatives that significantly reduce costs and improve efficiency across Amazons transportation network
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to translate theoretical breakthroughs into practical highimpact solutions
Mentor and grow a team of talented scientists fostering a culture of innovation and scientific excellence
Influence strategic decisions in Amazons transportation network design and operations

A day in the life
One day you might be deep in code reviewing an optimization algorithm your team is proposing. The next youre strategizing with business leaders figuring out how to turn their ideas into concrete scientific projects. Youre always making time to mentor your team pushing them to think outside the box and tackle problems in new ways. You often get to engage in science. Youll be reading the latest academic papers coming up with ways to apply research to Amazons massive logistics network.

About the team
Our diverse team of research and applied scientists tackles complex challenges in transportation and logistics developing algorithms that revolutionize how packages move worldwide. We collaborate closely with product managers and engineers turning innovative ideas into realworld solutions that impact millions of deliveries daily.

Our mission is to push the boundaries of logistics efficiency reducing costs and environmental impact while delighting customers with faster deliveries. We thrive on solving big messy problems using the latest in machine learning AI and optimization techniques.

If youre passionate about applying science to realworld challenges at massive scale youll fit right in.

PhD in engineering technology computer science machine learning robotics operations research statistics mathematics or equivalent quantitative field or Masters degree and 10 years of industry or academic research experience
3 years of scientists or machine learning engineers management experience
3 years of building machine learning models or developing algorithms for business application experience
3 years of programming in Java C Python or related language experience

Experience hiring and growing top talent

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $165500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $286000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.