Applied Science Manager, Sponsored Products and Brands

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 249,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RSUs

Stock options

Job summary

Amazon Ads seeks a senior leader to build and steer a high‑performing applied science team focused on generative AI for Sponsored Brands experiences. You will recruit and mentor scientists, drive AI solution development, and push research into production across campaigns and insights.

Strong leadership and hands‑on ML expertise are essential. You will guide the design of AI systems, mentor engineers, and collaborate with product teams to deliver scalable, impactful advertising innovations at AWS

Qualifications

• 4+ years of applied research experience in AI/ML.
• 3+ years of management experience for scientists or ML engineers.
• 3+ years building ML models for business use cases.
• PhD or Master's with 6+ years of applied research experience.
• Knowledge of ML, NLP, information retrieval and analytics.
• Proficient in Java, C++, Python or related languages.
• Strong curiosity about Gen AI and related tech.

Responsibilities

• Hire and develop a team of applied scientists for Gen AI solutions.
• Lead generation and optimization of ad campaigns with AI.
• Build recommendation systems using generative models.
• Mentor scientists and guide technical direction.
• Research latest Gen AI/ML techniques and best practices.
• Apply analytics to create scalable business solutions.
• Establish structures enabling complex problem solving and delivery.

Skills

Applied research

Machine learning

NLP

Information retrieval

Analytics

Java

C++

Python

Education

PhD

Master's degree + 6+ years

Bachelor's in STEM

Tools

Java

C++

Python

Job description

Description

The Sponsored Products and Brands team at Amazon Ads is re-imagining the advertising landscape through novel generative AI technologies, revolutionizing how millions of customers discover products and engage with brands across Amazon.com and beyond. We are at the forefront of re-inventing advertising experiences, bridging human creativity with artificial intelligence to transform every aspect of the advertising lifecycle from ad creation and optimization to performance analysis and customer insights. We are a passionate group of innovators dedicated to developing responsible and intelligent AI technologies that balance the needs of advertisers, enhance the shopping experience, and strengthen the marketplace ecosystem. If you're energized by solving complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI, join us in shaping the future of advertising.

Description

The Sponsored Products and Brands team at Amazon Ads is re-imagining the advertising landscape through novel generative AI technologies, revolutionizing how millions of customers discover products and engage with brands across Amazon.com and beyond. We are at the forefront of re-inventing advertising experiences, bridging human creativity with artificial intelligence to transform every aspect of the advertising lifecycle from ad creation and optimization to performance analysis and customer insights. We are a passionate group of innovators dedicated to developing responsible and intelligent AI technologies that balance the needs of advertisers, enhance the shopping experience, and strengthen the marketplace ecosystem. If you're energized by solving complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI, join us in shaping the future of advertising.

Key job responsibilities

• Hire and develop a team of high performing applied scientists that is responsible for developing AI solutions for Sponsored Brands advertiser and shopper experiences.
• You should be technically solid, able to roll up your sleeves easily, and have strong curiosity and appetite to invent Gen AI solutions that solve customer problems.
• Build recommendation systems that leverage generative models to develop and improve campaigns.
• Technically lead and mentor the scientists on the team.
• Research and apply the latest Gen AI and ML techniques and best practices.
• Use analytical techniques to create scalable solutions for business problems.
• Establish structures that enable your team to solve complex problems and deliver results.

About The Team

We are on a mission to make Amazon the best in class destination for shoppers to discover, engage, and purchase relevant products, from brands that are relevant to them. In this role, you will design and implement Gen AI solutions that help millions of advertisers create more effective ad campaigns with intelligent recommendations, while improving the overall experience at Amazon's global scale. Our team invents, defines, and delivers advertising products that drive brand discovery and sales. Our solutions generate billions in revenue and drive long‑term growth for Amazon Store businesses. We deliver billions of ad impressions, millions of clicks daily, and break fresh ground to create world‑class products. We are a highly motivated, fast‑paced, and collaborative team with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years of applied research experience
• 3+ years of scientists or machine learning engineers management experience
• 3+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience
• PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience
• Knowledge of ML, NLP, Information Retrieval and Analytics
• Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language
• Bachelor's degree or above in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), or experience in defining and creating benchmarks for assessing GenAI model performance
• Deep curiosity, and basic knowledge on Gen AI
• Deep curiosity, and basic knowledge on Gen AI

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building complex software systems, especially involving deep learning, machine learning and computer vision, that have been successfully delivered to customers
• Previous work on agents or LLMs

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 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, NY, New York - 202,200.00 - 273,600.00 USD annually

USA, WA, SEATTLE - 183,800.00 - 248,700.00 USD annually

Company - Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A10571583