Senior Applied Scientist, Modeling and Optimization
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Job Location:
Santa Clara County, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 150400 - 260000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Amazon is looking for a motivated individual with strong analytical and algorithmic skills and practical experience to join the Modeling and Optimization (MOP) Routing Science team. Your main focus will be on developing and improving our last-mile experience with emphasis on algorithmic and analytical work. We are looking for candidates with proven ability to design implement and evaluate state-of-the-art solutions to large-scale optimization problems working closely with software development engineers. The position requires strong background in combinatorial optimization algorithms algorithm engineering and data structures particularly as it applies to vehicle routing and related problems. Familiarity with Data Science and Machine Learning techniques is a plus.
You will also play an integral role in the network planning modeling and analysis that will improve the efficiency and cost effectiveness of global fulfillment operations. You will identify and evaluate opportunities to reduce variable costs by improving the transportation network topology inventory placement transportation operations and scheduling fulfillment center processes and the execution to operational plans. You will also improve the efficiency of capital investment by helping plan the location and deployment of fixed assets. Finally you will help create the metrics to quantify improvements to the fulfillment costs (e.g. transportation and labor costs) resulting from the application of these optimization models and tools.
- 3 years of building machine learning models or developing algorithms for business application experience
- 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
- Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C Python Java or Perl
- Experience with modeling tools such as R scikit-learn Spark MLLib MxNet Tensorflow numpy scipy etc.
- Experience in applied research
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.
You will also play an integral role in the network planning modeling and analysis that will improve the efficiency and cost effectiveness of global fulfillment operations. You will identify and evaluate opportunities to reduce variable costs by improving the transportation network topology inventory placement transportation operations and scheduling fulfillment center processes and the execution to operational plans. You will also improve the efficiency of capital investment by helping plan the location and deployment of fixed assets. Finally you will help create the metrics to quantify improvements to the fulfillment costs (e.g. transportation and labor costs) resulting from the application of these optimization models and tools.
- 3 years of building machine learning models or developing algorithms for business application experience
- 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
- Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C Python Java or Perl
- Experience with modeling tools such as R scikit-learn Spark MLLib MxNet Tensorflow numpy scipy etc.
- Experience in applied research
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
Key Skills
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- Biochemistry
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- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Flow Cytometry
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