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Applied Scientist, Supply Chain Optimization Technologies, Specialized Selection

Amazon

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What optimization roles keep asking for: Python (38%), Machine learning (27%), LLMs (23%), PyTorch (19%), C++ (16%), SQL (13%) — counted across their open postings here.

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  1. Why do you want to join Amazon?
  2. What is your experience with C++? Tell me one thing you learned the hard way.
  3. How do you handle a delay that affects a customer?
  4. How do you plan when demand is hard to predict?
  5. Tell me about a time you had to coordinate many teams at once.

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Amazon is looking for an Applied Scientist to help build next generation selection/assortment systems. On the Specialized Selection team within the Supply Chain Optimization Technologies (SCOT) organization, 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 programming in Java, C++, Python or related language - Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing Preferred: - PhD in operations research, applied mathematics, theoretical computer science, or equivalent - 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. 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, WA, Bellevue - 142,800.00 - 193,200.00 USD annually

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Listed on amazon · posted 2026-09-11. ApplySarthi collects openings and links to application pages; the role is advertised by Amazon, not by us.