Senior Applied Scientist, Artificial General Intelligence

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Applied Scientist in Seattle to work on innovative AI projects leveraging deep learning and multimodal systems. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in machine learning, programming expertise, and a doctoral degree or extensive industry experience. You will collaborate with top-tier scientists to push the boundaries of AI technology while prioritizing responsible, customer-focused solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in building machine learning models.
• Experience with neural deep learning methods.
• Experience in programming in Java, C++, Python or related languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel data, modeling, and engineering solutions in AI.
• Work with scientists and engineers to build LLM solutions.
• Support responsible AI initiatives at AGI.

Skills

Deep Learning

Machine Learning

Programming in Python

Programming in Java

Programming in C++

Education

PhD or Master's degree

Tools

R

Tensorflow

scikit-learn

Spark MLLib

Hadoop

Spark

Job description

Job ID: 2963707 | Amazon.com Services LLC

The Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) team is looking for a passionate, talented, and inventive Senior Applied Scientist with a strong deep learning background, to help build industry-leading technology with Large Language Models (LLMs) and multimodal systems.


Key job responsibilities
As a Senior Applied Scientist with the AGI team, you will work with world-class scientists and engineers to develop novel data, modeling and engineering solutions to support the responsible AI initiatives at AGI. Your work will directly impact our customers in the form of products and services that make use of audio technology.

About the team
While the rapid advancements in Generative AI have captivated global attention, we see these as just the starting point. Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, leveraging Amazon’s unparalleled ML infrastructure, computing resources, and commitment to responsible AI principles. And Amazon’s leadership principle of customer obsession guides our approach, prioritizing our customers’ needs and preferences each step of the way.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience
- PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience
- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language
- Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with modeling tools such as R, scikit-learn, Spark MLLib, MxNet, Tensorflow, numpy, scipy etc.
- Experience with large scale distributed systems such as Hadoop, Spark etc.
- Experience with generative deep learning models applicable to the creation of audio and text (CNNs, GANs, VAEs and Transformers).

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.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $150,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $260,000/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.

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Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability or other legally protected status.