Data Scientist I, PXT Central Science

Amazon • Bellevue, WA • 1h ago

Description

PXT Central Science is seeking an exceptional Data Scientist to join our team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, multifaceted role where you'll translate complex business challenges into rigorous quantitative frameworks, extract actionable insights from structured and unstructured datasets, and architect science-backed, scalable solutions that elevate the experience of our 1 million+ employees worldwide. If you're energized by the opportunity to apply data science to our mission of making Amazon Earth's Best Employer, we want to hear from you.

Key job responsibilities

Own the design, development, and maintenance of scalable models and proto@types leveraging statistical, machine learning, or GenAI methodologies to enhance employee experience.

Partner with scientists, engineers, and product leaders to solve for employee experience defects using scientific approaches, building new services and tools that deliverable measurable impact.

Author and maintain detailed technical documentation related to the projects you drive.

Communicate results to diverse audiences of varying technical background with effective writing, visualizations, and presentations

Stay current with emerging methods and technologies, and implement them strategically to amplify the team's impact.

About the team

The Central Science Team within Amazon's People Experience and Technology org (PXTCS) uses economics, behavioral science, statistics, machine learning, and Generative AI to proactively identify mechanisms and process improvements which simultaneously improve Amazon and the lives, well-being, and the value of work to Amazonians. We are an interdisciplinary team, which combines the talents of science, engineering, and UX to develop and deliver solutions that measurably achieve this goal.

Basic Qualifications

1+ years of data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, Matlab, etc.) experience

2+ years of data/research scientist, statistician or quantitative analyst in an internet-based company with complex and big data sources experience

1+ years of creating or contributing to mathematical textbooks, research papers, or educational content experience

Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), or experience working in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)

Knowledge of statistical packages and business intelligence tools such as SPSS, SAS, S-PLUS, or R

Knowledge of machine learning concepts and their application to reasoning and problem-solving

Experience with clustered data processing (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Map-reduce, and Hive)

Experience working with or evaluating AI systems

Experience applying quantitative analysis to solve business problems and making data-driven business decisions

Experience effectively communicating complex concepts through written and verbal communication

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 Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

USA, CA, San Francisco - 124,600.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually

USA, MA, Boston - 108,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 108,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Bellevue - 108,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 108,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

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