Conduct thorough data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive product innovation and improvement.
Optimize algorithms for performance, scalability, and efficiency across various Amazon platforms.
Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders, influencing product strategy and decision-making.
Stay abreast of the latest research and technological advancements in machine learning and related fields to continuously improve Amazon's offerings.
Mentor and guide junior scientists and engineers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
Ensure the ethical use of data and algorithms, adhering to Amazon's guidelines and best practices.
Contribute to the publication of research findings in conferences and journals, elevating Amazon's reputation in the scientific community.
About the team
At Amazon Lab126, we're a pioneering research and development hub dedicated to designing and engineering revolutionary consumer electronics. Established in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., we've been at the forefront of innovation, starting with the creation of the best-selling Kindle family of products. Our portfolio has since expanded to include transformative devices such as Fire tablets, Fire TV, and Amazon Echo.
Our Lab126 team is dedicated to developing advanced sensing technologies and algorithms, collaborating with program managers to design and implement transformative user features and experiences.
3+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience
PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience
Experience developing and implementing deep learning algorithms, particularly with respect to computer vision algorithms
Demonstrated expertise in Kalman filtering (EKF/UKF) or other Bayesian estimation for fusing multiple sensor modalities (IMU, camera, UWB, magnetometer, etc.)
Strong foundation in rigid-body dynamics, coordinate-frame transformations, and quaternion attitude representation, applied to INS / dead-reckoning / strapdown integration for position and pose
Demonstrated expertise successfully shipping ML and signal processing algorithms on Edge/Embedded devices
5+ years of building machine learning models or developing algorithms for business application experience
5+ years of applied research experience
VIO / SLAM - visual-inertial odometry or SLAM fusing camera pose with inertial for drift correction
MEMS IMU error modeling & calibration - characterizing bias instability, scale-factor, noise density and building calibration routines
Factor-graph optimization or complementary filtering, and/or simulation frameworks for synthetic sensor data and benchmarking
Experience shipping algorithms in high-volume products, ideally consumer electronic devices
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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USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 192,200.00 - 260,000.00 USD annually
