Senior Applied Scientist, Autonomous Security
Senior Applied Scientist, Autonomous Security
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22-07-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 150400 - 260000
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
22-07-2025
Job Description
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Santa Clara CA USA
The Autonomous Security team is looking for a skilled and driven Senior Applied Scientist (AS III) to develop autonomous security solutions that protect Amazons customers. You will frame open-ended security problems as hypotheses design and evaluate novel approaches and drive research outcomes into scalable systems. You will define the scientific direction for core areas of our autonomous research strategy working independently in ambiguous problem spaces and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance the application of AI in security.
Key job responsibilities
As a Senior Applied Scientist you will use your technical expertise to influence the design and direction of AI systems that automate security decisions at scale. You will lead the scientific approach for key problem areas develop and validate novel algorithms and collaborate with engineering teams to transition research into production. Your work will focus on real-world security challenges across domains where automation can improve decision quality and speed. You will work with large-scale data and compute to advance both our autonomous capabilities and the underlying science. Your contributions will increase the speed precision and autonomy of Amazons autonomous security response.
A day in the life
Your day starts with a deep dive into the future of autonomous security at Amazon. Youre not just running experiments - youre formulating hypotheses designing algorithms and advancing the science behind AI-driven security. Youll learn from Amazons security experts and apply best practices as you build models that enable proactive autonomous detection and response at scale. Working alongside scientists security engineers and software engineers your research will support systems that protect millions of customers across one of the worlds largest and most complex environments. Its a fast-paced setting where your scientific work shapes how Amazon defends its digital infrastructure.
The Autonomous Security team builds AI-driven security solutions that protect millions of Amazon customers while ensuring strong data governance. We thrive on innovation collaboration and solving complex security challenges at scale. We are stronger together - diverse perspectives and inclusive practices drive better decisions and more effective solutions. With a focus on automation and intelligence we push boundaries to keep Amazons customers and their data secure.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security
At Amazon security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazons products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud devices retail entertainment healthcare operations and physical stores
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security its in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas perspectives and voices.
Training & Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing training and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.
- 3 years of building machine learning models for business application experience
- PhD or Masters degree and 6 years of applied research experience
- Experience programming in Java C Python or related language
- Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning
- Hands on experience with AI
- Scientific thinking and the ability to invent a track record of thought leadership and contributions that have advanced the field
- Good written and spoken communication skills
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.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $150400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $260000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.
Santa Clara CA USA
The Autonomous Security team is looking for a skilled and driven Senior Applied Scientist (AS III) to develop autonomous security solutions that protect Amazons customers. You will frame open-ended security problems as hypotheses design and evaluate novel approaches and drive research outcomes into scalable systems. You will define the scientific direction for core areas of our autonomous research strategy working independently in ambiguous problem spaces and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance the application of AI in security.
Key job responsibilities
As a Senior Applied Scientist you will use your technical expertise to influence the design and direction of AI systems that automate security decisions at scale. You will lead the scientific approach for key problem areas develop and validate novel algorithms and collaborate with engineering teams to transition research into production. Your work will focus on real-world security challenges across domains where automation can improve decision quality and speed. You will work with large-scale data and compute to advance both our autonomous capabilities and the underlying science. Your contributions will increase the speed precision and autonomy of Amazons autonomous security response.
A day in the life
Your day starts with a deep dive into the future of autonomous security at Amazon. Youre not just running experiments - youre formulating hypotheses designing algorithms and advancing the science behind AI-driven security. Youll learn from Amazons security experts and apply best practices as you build models that enable proactive autonomous detection and response at scale. Working alongside scientists security engineers and software engineers your research will support systems that protect millions of customers across one of the worlds largest and most complex environments. Its a fast-paced setting where your scientific work shapes how Amazon defends its digital infrastructure.
The Autonomous Security team builds AI-driven security solutions that protect millions of Amazon customers while ensuring strong data governance. We thrive on innovation collaboration and solving complex security challenges at scale. We are stronger together - diverse perspectives and inclusive practices drive better decisions and more effective solutions. With a focus on automation and intelligence we push boundaries to keep Amazons customers and their data secure.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security
At Amazon security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazons products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud devices retail entertainment healthcare operations and physical stores
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security its in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas perspectives and voices.
Training & Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing training and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.
- 3 years of building machine learning models for business application experience
- PhD or Masters degree and 6 years of applied research experience
- Experience programming in Java C Python or related language
- Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning
- Hands on experience with AI
- Scientific thinking and the ability to invent a track record of thought leadership and contributions that have advanced the field
- Good written and spoken communication skills
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.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $150400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $260000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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