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Applied Scientist, Last Mile Delivery Automation

Amazon
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/6/2026
Description

As an Applied Scientist for Last Mile Delivery Automation, you will be at the forefront of developing AI and ML solutions that power our delivery solutions. This role combines deep expertise in machine learning, computer vision, and robotics to solve complex challenges in real-world perception, navigation, and path planning. You will work closely with applied scientists, software developers, and product teams to research, design, and implement sophisticated algorithms that enable safe and efficient operations. This position requires a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical implementation skills, with a focus on transforming research concepts into production-ready solutions that can operate reliably in diverse real-world environments.

Key job responsibilities

  • Design and develop advanced machine learning models and algorithms for perception, navigation and planning.
  • Lead research initiatives in areas such as computer vision, sensor fusion, behavioral prediction, and path planning
  • Transform research concepts into production-ready solutions that meet strict safety and performance requirements
  • Develop novel approaches to solve complex technical challenges in perception, navigation and planning
  • Create and implement metrics and evaluation frameworks to measure model performance
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate ML solutions into production stack
  • Publish research findings and represent Amazon at technical conferences

About The Team

The Applied Science team within Amazon's Last Mile Delivery Automation organization focuses on developing machine learning solutions for autonomous systems. We work at the intersection of computer vision, deep learning, robotics, and control systems to create robust and scalable algorithms that enable safe autonomous operation. Our team combines expertise from diverse scientific backgrounds to tackle fundamental challenges in perception, prediction, and decision-making.

Basic Qualifications

  • 3 years of building models for business application experience
  • PhD, or Master's degree and 4 years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience
  • Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals
  • Experience in building machine learning models for business application
  • Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience using Unix/Linux
  • Experience in professional software development

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.

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, CA, Santa Clara - 171,600.00 - 222,200.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Bellevue - 142,800.00 - 193,200.00 USD annually


Company - Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A3155354

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