Principal Applied Scientist, Sponsored Products and Brands (Advertising)

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 198,900 - 269,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Principal Applied Scientist for Sponsored Products and Brands in Seattle. The role focuses on designing generative AI architectures for real-time ad allocation, exploring LLMs and multimodal AI to model ads, queries, and user behavior, and optimizing dynamic ad placement with strict latency.

Requirements include a PhD and 8+ years of ML experience applied to large-scale systems, with preferred experience in online advertising or search ranking.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field.
• 8+ years of experience applying ML to solve complex problems for large-scale applications.
• Ability to translate informal customer requirements into problem definitions, dealing with ambiguity and competing objectives.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, especially with cross-disciplinary efforts.
• Hands-on experience building machine learning models from theoretical toward real-world applications.
• Deep knowledge of statistical modeling techniques, scientific thinking, and application to real-world problems.
• Prior experience in online advertising or search ranking.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel generative AI architectures for real-time ad allocation.
• Lead research initiatives in applying large language models and multimodal AI to understand relationships between ads, queries, and user behavior.
• Create innovative approaches to leverage GenAI for dynamic ad placement optimization while maintaining latency requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate GenAI solutions into existing advertising systems.
• Author research papers and technical documentation for the broader scientific community.

Education

PhD in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field of study

8+ years of experience applying ML to solve complex problems for large-scale applications

Job description

Principal Applied Scientist, Sponsored Products and Brands

Amazon's advertising business has grown exponentially over the past years, helping connect sellers and vendors to shoppers who may be interested in their products. Our ad products are strategically important to our Retail and Marketplace businesses, driving long‑term growth. We deliver billions of ad impressions and millions of clicks daily and are breaking fresh ground to create world‑class products that leverage state‑of‑the‑art AI technologies.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel generative AI architectures for real‑time ad allocation, focusing on both efficiency and effectiveness at massive scale.
• Lead research initiatives in applying large language models and multimodal AI to understand deep semantic relationships between ads, queries, and user behavior.
• Create innovative approaches to leverage GenAI for dynamic ad placement optimization while maintaining strict latency requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate GenAI solutions into existing advertising systems.
• Author research papers and technical documentation, contributing to the broader scientific community.

Basic Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field of study.
• 8+ years of experience applying ML to solve complex problems for large‑scale applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to translate informal customer requirements into problem definitions, dealing with ambiguity and competing objectives.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, especially with cross‑disciplinary efforts.
• Hands‑on experience building machine learning models from theoretical toward real‑world applications.
• Deep knowledge of statistical modeling techniques, scientific thinking, and application to real‑world problems.
• Deep business and technical vision.
• Prior experience in online advertising or search ranking.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or any 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 let us know.

Benefits and Compensation

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, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

• USA, NY, New York – $218,800.00 – $295,900.00 USD annually
• USA, WA, Seattle – $198,900.00 – $269,000.00 USD annually

Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.