• Sr. Data Scientist, Fire Tablet

    Amazon (Seattle, WA)


    Description

    Amazon Fire Tablet is looking for a Sr. Data Scientist to join our Data Foundation & Insights team. In this critical role, you will work from concept to delivery on key data science initiatives that shape our business strategies.

    Key job responsibilities

    As a Sr. Data Scientist at Fire Tablet, you will:

     

    - Build and scale data science products that are the cornerstone of Tablet growth. For example, the long-term customer value model you will create will be what all products and campaigns optimize for across Tablet.

     

    - Leverage your knowledge in statistics, advanced analytics, and machine learning to analyze and translate data into meaningful insights.

     

    - Be closely collaborating with BI Engineers, Data Engineers and Applied Scientists, and providing analytical guidance to Product and Marketing Managers.

     

    - Have end-to-end ownership of the Tablet data science field, including both the operational and technical aspects, and will play an integral role in strategic decision-making

    Basic Qualifications

    - Master's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, mathematics, data science, business analytics, economics, finance, engineering, or computer science

     

    - 7+ years of data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, Matlab, etc.) experience

     

    - 5+ years being in a data scientist or similar roles involving statistical modeling, and prescriptive and predictive projects/analyses in a high velocity, data-driven environment

    Preferred Qualifications

    - Experience as a leader and mentor on a data science team

     

    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.

     

    Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $143,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247,600/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.