Data Scientist, Sales Insights, Analytics, Data Engineering & Science (SIADS) – Amazon – Austin, TX | Seattle, WA

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Data Scientist to join our Sales, Strategy, and Operations team. As a key member of this team, you will be instrumental in leveraging vast data streams to create innovative solutions that drive customer engagement and satisfaction. Your work will directly influence our strategies and help shape the future of cloud computing at AWS.

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In this role, you will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, product managers, and data engineers to understand and solve complex business problems. You will utilize your deep understanding of machine learning and data science to design and implement cutting-edge models that enhance our sales intelligence capabilities.

This is a high-impact position that requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate complex insights effectively.

About the Team

At AWS, our team is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. We believe that diverse experiences and perspectives are key to driving innovation. Whether you are early in your career, have taken a non-traditional path, or have unique experiences, we welcome you to apply.

Our team is committed to providing you with the resources and opportunities needed to succeed and grow professionally.

We take pride in our inclusive team culture, which is supported by various employee-led affinity groups and ongoing initiatives. Events like Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and the AmazeCon conference on gender diversity help us continuously learn, grow, and embrace our differences. By joining our team, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and innovation.

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Key Responsibilities

As a Data Scientist in our Sales Insights and Analytics team, you will be expected to lead projects that directly impact our sales strategies and business outcomes. You will work on the full machine learning lifecycle, from research and development to deployment and optimization.

Your role will involve close collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure that the solutions you develop are aligned with business needs and deliver tangible results.

  • Collaborate with business stakeholders, product managers, data scientists, and engineers to translate business problems into effective machine learning, data science, and statistical solutions.
  • Lead the full machine learning development lifecycle, from research and development to deployment, production scheduling, and ongoing maintenance.
  • Develop state-of-the-art causal inference models to identify key business drivers and optimize decision-making.
  • Work with large volumes of structured and unstructured data across multiple databases, designing and implementing data pipelines for research and modeling purposes.
  • Utilize AWS services (e.g., AWS Redshift, S3, EC2, Glue) to deploy scalable machine learning models in the cloud.
  • Communicate insights to business leaders in a clear and concise manner, ensuring that complex data findings are understood and actionable.
  • Examples of projects include propensity-to-buy prediction, product recommendation, forecasting, anomaly detection, text classification, and generative AI content generation.

Compensation & Benefits

Amazon offers a competitive salary range for this position, which is between $125,500 and $212,800 per year, depending on location, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amazon provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes equity, sign-on bonuses, and a range of medical, financial, and other benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

At Amazon, we believe in rewarding our employees not just with competitive pay but also with opportunities for career development and personal growth. Our benefits are designed to help you achieve a balance between work and life, ensuring that you can thrive both professionally and personally.

For more details on our benefits, please visit Amazon Employee Benefits.

Basic Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you must possess a strong background in data science, machine learning, and statistical analysis. You should be proficient in data querying and scripting languages, and have experience applying theoretical models in real-world scenarios. The following qualifications are required:

  • 2+ years of experience as a data scientist.
  • 3+ years of experience with data querying languages (e.g., SQL), scripting languages (e.g., Python), or statistical/mathematical software (e.g., R, SAS, Matlab).
  • 3+ years of experience with machine learning/statistical modeling, data analysis tools, and techniques.
  • Proven experience in applying theoretical models in practical, real-world environments.

Preferred Qualifications

While the basic qualifications are essential, we value additional skills and experiences that can enhance your contributions to our team. The following qualifications are preferred and will help you stand out as a candidate:

  • Experience with Python, Perl, or another scripting language.
  • Experience in a machine learning or data scientist role within a large technology company.

Why Work in Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and continue to innovate, which is why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

We are committed to maintaining an inclusive team culture that values mentorship and supports career growth. At AWS, we continuously raise our performance bar to become Earth’s Best Employer. This includes providing resources for professional development, knowledge-sharing, and flexible working conditions that support work-life balance.

Working Conditions

This position is available in Austin, TX, and Seattle, WA. The role may require working with distributed teams and across different time zones. It is essential to maintain effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders, irrespective of location.

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Take the next step in your career by joining Amazon as a Data Scientist. Apply today and become a part of a team that is shaping the future of cloud computing.

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