Manager, Applied Science
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for an Applied Science Manager to join the Forecasting Science team in the Worldwide Capacity Planning org. This role leads both the science and engineering efforts to design and implement innovative and automated end-to-end forecasting solutions to support planning, and address critical demand challenges and service quality metrics.
In this role you have the opportunity to work on a variety of Machine Learning and engineering challenges, and be given the flexibility to continually learn new skills. You will also collaborate with scientists and other multiple partner teams (Product, Engineering).
Key job responsibilities
- Define and execute the scientific vision and roadmap for the team.
- Deliver solutions to the core business problems, through the leadership in problem-solving, development of algorithms, new frameworks or systems, and so on, and influencing business partners.
- Establish scientific culture and standards for all the scientists (publication, best practices, reviews, etc.).
- Mentor and develop scientists to enhance the team’s talent and expand the impact of the work.
A day in the life
We thrive on solving challenging problems to innovate for our customers. By pushing the boundaries of technology, we create unparalleled experiences that enable us to rapidly adapt in a dynamic environment. Our decisions are guided by data, and we collaborate with engineering, science, and product teams to foster an innovative learning environment.
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
Benefits summary:
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:
1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
About the team
Worldwide Capacity Planning optimizes capacity across operations sites that help minimize customer wait time and route customers to the associate who can best resolve their issue, on the first contact. We build forecasting models and optimization tools that help predict the hourly capacity requirement, including when there are new device or game launches, or when there is a special event, such as Prime Day.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD or equivalent Master's Degree plus 5+ years of experience in Computer Science, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics with specialization in statistical modeling, and machine learning.
- 2+ years of management experience leading a team of scientists or machine learning engineers.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java
- Experience with Time Series Modeling and/or Predictive Modeling techniques.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Expertise on a broad range of machine learning methods, building machine learning models for business applications.
- Excellent problem-solving ability. Demonstrable track record of dealing well with ambiguity, prioritizing needs, and delivering results in a dynamic environment.
- Track record of scientific publications.
- Scientific thinking and the ability to invent, a track record of thoughtful leadership and contributions that have advanced the field.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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 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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $165,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $286,000/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.