Sr. Applied Scientist, Amazon Robotics, Structured Field Coordinated Planning & Control
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Job Location:
North Reading, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Are you inspired by invention Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture Answer yes to any of these and youll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers experiences in ways we cant even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding fulfilling and fun.
Amazon Robotics is seeking experienced and Senior Applied Scientist with a passion for robotic research. Our team works on challenging and high-impact projects within robotics. Examples of projects include allocating resources to complete a million orders a day coordinating the motion of thousands of robots and identifying objects and damage.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives advancing AI-driven structured field robotics (path planning fleet coordination control systems) and translate breakthroughs into production solutions at global scale
- Own end-to-end delivery of complex algorithmic solutions from design through production deployment and operational maintenance
- Drive technical decisions for Control Coordination and Path Planning systems meeting performance scalability and reliability requirements
- Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into research problems and assess technical risks
- Influence technical direction across the broader robotics organization through design reviews and technical discussions with senior engineers and scientists
- Demonstrate measurable impact through AI-driven algorithmic improvements: fleet efficiency gains operational cost reduction system reliability improvements and enhanced customer experience
- Publish findings at top-tier AI and robotics conferences representing organizational technical leadership
- Mentor junior Applied Scientists on research methodology and balancing innovation with production constraints
- Operate independently on ambiguous multi-quarter problems requiring novel AI approaches while navigating tradeoffs between research innovation and production constraints
A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location the number of regularly scheduled hours you work length of employment and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.
The benefits that generally apply to regular full-time employees include:
- Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you!
At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!
About the team
Were the structured field robotics organization powering large-scale mobile robotics operations globally. Our mission is to enable safe efficient and reliable robotic operations through intelligent Control Coordination and Path Planning systems.
We operate at the intersection of planning algorithmic and ML research with production systems owning the full stack from innovation to deployment.
Our culture balances research excellence with operational ownership. Applied Scientists partner closely with engineers: reviewing code contributing to research discussions and solving problems together. We value deep technical expertise alongside pragmatic engineering judgment. We invest in our people through mentorship and encourage conference participation and knowledge sharing.
- PhD in engineering technology computer science machine learning robotics operations research statistics mathematics or equivalent quantitative field or Masters degree and 5 years of applied research experience
- Experience programming in Java C Python or related language
- Experience with conducting research in a corporate setting
- 3 years of industry or academic research experience
- 3 years of building machine learning models or developing algorithms for business application experience
- Have publications on top-tier conferences such as CVPR ICCV ECCV or NeurIPS
- Strong foundation in motion planning algorithms (A* RRT optimization-based planning) and multi-agent coordination
- PhD and 6 years of applied research experience
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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.
Amazon Robotics is seeking experienced and Senior Applied Scientist with a passion for robotic research. Our team works on challenging and high-impact projects within robotics. Examples of projects include allocating resources to complete a million orders a day coordinating the motion of thousands of robots and identifying objects and damage.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives advancing AI-driven structured field robotics (path planning fleet coordination control systems) and translate breakthroughs into production solutions at global scale
- Own end-to-end delivery of complex algorithmic solutions from design through production deployment and operational maintenance
- Drive technical decisions for Control Coordination and Path Planning systems meeting performance scalability and reliability requirements
- Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into research problems and assess technical risks
- Influence technical direction across the broader robotics organization through design reviews and technical discussions with senior engineers and scientists
- Demonstrate measurable impact through AI-driven algorithmic improvements: fleet efficiency gains operational cost reduction system reliability improvements and enhanced customer experience
- Publish findings at top-tier AI and robotics conferences representing organizational technical leadership
- Mentor junior Applied Scientists on research methodology and balancing innovation with production constraints
- Operate independently on ambiguous multi-quarter problems requiring novel AI approaches while navigating tradeoffs between research innovation and production constraints
A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location the number of regularly scheduled hours you work length of employment and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.
The benefits that generally apply to regular full-time employees include:
- Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you!
At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!
About the team
Were the structured field robotics organization powering large-scale mobile robotics operations globally. Our mission is to enable safe efficient and reliable robotic operations through intelligent Control Coordination and Path Planning systems.
We operate at the intersection of planning algorithmic and ML research with production systems owning the full stack from innovation to deployment.
Our culture balances research excellence with operational ownership. Applied Scientists partner closely with engineers: reviewing code contributing to research discussions and solving problems together. We value deep technical expertise alongside pragmatic engineering judgment. We invest in our people through mentorship and encourage conference participation and knowledge sharing.
- PhD in engineering technology computer science machine learning robotics operations research statistics mathematics or equivalent quantitative field or Masters degree and 5 years of applied research experience
- Experience programming in Java C Python or related language
- Experience with conducting research in a corporate setting
- 3 years of industry or academic research experience
- 3 years of building machine learning models or developing algorithms for business application experience
- Have publications on top-tier conferences such as CVPR ICCV ECCV or NeurIPS
- Strong foundation in motion planning algorithms (A* RRT optimization-based planning) and multi-agent coordination
- PhD and 6 years of applied research experience
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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.
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 MA North Reading - 167100.00 - 226100.00 USD annually
USA MA WESTBORO - 167100.00 - 226100.00 USD annually
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
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