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Amazon · 8 hours ago

Member of Technical Staff - Applied Science - People Leader, AGI Autonomy

positionSan Francisco, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$120K/yr - $350K/yr
date2+ years exp

Amazon has launched a new research lab in San Francisco to develop foundational capabilities for useful AI agents. The role involves leading a research team focused on AI agent development, aligning team goals with the lab's objectives, and mentoring team members.

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Responsibilities

You will contribute directly to AI agent development in a research management role: leading a research team, aligning their goals with the broader lab, mentoring team members, and hiring great people. You will be hired as a Member of Technical Staff

Qualification

Machine visionNatural language processingPythonC++JavaResearch managementAutonomyMentoringInterpersonal skillsCommunication

Required

2+ years' experience in formal management roles (i.e., with at least 3 direct reports)
Expertise in machine vision, autonomous systems, natural language processing, or related AI/ML field
Proficiency in Python, Java, C++, or related language
Track record of successful projects in an applied research context

Preferred

Ability to develop and articulate a clear scientific strategy that aligns with organizational goals
Experience in mentoring and developing scientific talent, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning
Ability to communicate results and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences, including through presentations and written reports
Capacity to work autonomously while effectively leading a team to achieve research objectives
Strong interpersonal skills to motivate and guide team members

Benefits

Equity
Sign-on payments
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Company

Amazon

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Amazon is a tech firm with a focus on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
dateFounded in 1994
location
Seattle, Washington, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://amazon.com

H1B Sponsorship

Amazon has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2022 (24088)
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2020 (14881)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$8.11B
Key Investors
AmazonKleiner Perkins
2023-01-03Post Ipo Debt· $8B
2001-07-24Post Ipo Equity· $100M
1997-05-15IPO

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Douglas J. Herrington
CEO, Worldwide Amazon Stores
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Werner Vogels
VP & CTO
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