Amazon
Sr. Data Scientist, GSSO
Amazon, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) GSSO Ops Excellence team is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Data Scientist to lead solving some of the most complex problems for our Global Services Strategy and Operations team. This role will lead the charge in translating GSSO mission into organizational north-star goals, shaping the product and engineering mental models around causal success measurement, and having a long-lasting influence on how we as Global Services delight our customers. This role requires a visionary leader with expertise in integrating and enhancing interoperability between multiple data platforms, developing GenAI strategies, and leading data initiatives for go-to-market (GTM) and opportunities to cash (O2C) processes. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in AWS platforms and services and possess strong leadership capabilities to work effectively with multiple teams across the organization.
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
• Establish and execute data management and strategy frameworks including data collection, storage, integration and ensuring data quality and integrity
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify data-related challenges and opportunities, develop data-driven solutions, and align data strategy with the organization's overall objectives
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to understand organization's data needs and requirements, including evaluating existing data infrastructure and systems, identifying gaps and areas for improvement, and proposing innovative solutions.
• Leverage large-scale data processing frameworks, such as Apache Spark or Hadoop, to handle big data and ensure efficient model training and evaluation
• Continuously evaluate and improve machine learning models by incorporating feedback from stakeholders, monitoring their performance in real-world scenarios, and exploring new algorithms and techniques to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Develop and implement machine learning models that drive business value:
o Analyze historical data and identifying patterns, to forecast future outcomes and provide inputs into strategic plans
o Analyze customer data and market trends, to help develop targeted go to market strategies that our efforts are data driven and have a higher chance of success
o Analyze financial data, to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize pricing strategies, and forecast revenue growth helping the leaders to make informed decisions
o Analyze operational data, to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for process improvement, helping in streamlining operations, reducing costs, and improving customer satisfaction
About the team
Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a scalable cloud computing platform to companies globally. AWS Global Services (GS), formed in 2022, delivers customer success throughout the cloud adoption lifecycle. Our 25K+ employees and integrated offerings enable us to combine technology and human expertise to maximize and accelerate customer outcomes. GS is comprised of four primary business units: 1) Global Services Security (GSS) provides security guidance and offerings, 2) Training & Certification (T&C) offers cloud skills training and certification, 3) Professional Services (ProServe) provides consulting and hands-on-keyboard services, and 4) Support and AWS Managed Services (Support) delivers 24/7 technical support and managed services. Together, these teams continuously improve our systems and processes to enable better results for both customers and employees, with the GS Strategy & Operations (GSS) teams supporting each. GSSO enables integrated business support, product management, planning, and deal strategy for GS. GSSO understands customer experiences and inspires bold ideas to deliver the best experiences and solutions to our customers. We embrace scientific thinking, pursue continuous improvement, and develop talent to provide world-class support across GS.
About AWS
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Hybrid Work
We value innovation and recognize this sometimes requires uninterrupted time to focus on a build. We also value in-person collaboration and time spent face-to-face. Our team affords employees options to work in the office every day or in a flexible, hybrid work model near one of our US Amazon offices.
Basic Qualifications
5+ years of data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, Matlab, etc.) experience
4+ years of data scientist experience
Experience with statistical models e.g. multinomial logistic regression
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of data visualization using AWS QuickSight, Tableau, R Shiny, etc. experience
Experience managing data pipelines
Experience as a leader and mentor on a data science team
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
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.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) GSSO Ops Excellence team is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Data Scientist to lead solving some of the most complex problems for our Global Services Strategy and Operations team. This role will lead the charge in translating GSSO mission into organizational north-star goals, shaping the product and engineering mental models around causal success measurement, and having a long-lasting influence on how we as Global Services delight our customers. This role requires a visionary leader with expertise in integrating and enhancing interoperability between multiple data platforms, developing GenAI strategies, and leading data initiatives for go-to-market (GTM) and opportunities to cash (O2C) processes. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in AWS platforms and services and possess strong leadership capabilities to work effectively with multiple teams across the organization.
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
• Establish and execute data management and strategy frameworks including data collection, storage, integration and ensuring data quality and integrity
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify data-related challenges and opportunities, develop data-driven solutions, and align data strategy with the organization's overall objectives
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to understand organization's data needs and requirements, including evaluating existing data infrastructure and systems, identifying gaps and areas for improvement, and proposing innovative solutions.
• Leverage large-scale data processing frameworks, such as Apache Spark or Hadoop, to handle big data and ensure efficient model training and evaluation
• Continuously evaluate and improve machine learning models by incorporating feedback from stakeholders, monitoring their performance in real-world scenarios, and exploring new algorithms and techniques to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Develop and implement machine learning models that drive business value:
o Analyze historical data and identifying patterns, to forecast future outcomes and provide inputs into strategic plans
o Analyze customer data and market trends, to help develop targeted go to market strategies that our efforts are data driven and have a higher chance of success
o Analyze financial data, to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize pricing strategies, and forecast revenue growth helping the leaders to make informed decisions
o Analyze operational data, to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for process improvement, helping in streamlining operations, reducing costs, and improving customer satisfaction
About the team
Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a scalable cloud computing platform to companies globally. AWS Global Services (GS), formed in 2022, delivers customer success throughout the cloud adoption lifecycle. Our 25K+ employees and integrated offerings enable us to combine technology and human expertise to maximize and accelerate customer outcomes. GS is comprised of four primary business units: 1) Global Services Security (GSS) provides security guidance and offerings, 2) Training & Certification (T&C) offers cloud skills training and certification, 3) Professional Services (ProServe) provides consulting and hands-on-keyboard services, and 4) Support and AWS Managed Services (Support) delivers 24/7 technical support and managed services. Together, these teams continuously improve our systems and processes to enable better results for both customers and employees, with the GS Strategy & Operations (GSS) teams supporting each. GSSO enables integrated business support, product management, planning, and deal strategy for GS. GSSO understands customer experiences and inspires bold ideas to deliver the best experiences and solutions to our customers. We embrace scientific thinking, pursue continuous improvement, and develop talent to provide world-class support across GS.
About AWS
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Hybrid Work
We value innovation and recognize this sometimes requires uninterrupted time to focus on a build. We also value in-person collaboration and time spent face-to-face. Our team affords employees options to work in the office every day or in a flexible, hybrid work model near one of our US Amazon offices.
Basic Qualifications
5+ years of data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, Matlab, etc.) experience
4+ years of data scientist experience
Experience with statistical models e.g. multinomial logistic regression
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of data visualization using AWS QuickSight, Tableau, R Shiny, etc. experience
Experience managing data pipelines
Experience as a leader and mentor on a data science team
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
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.