Applied Scientist, AWS SAAR
Description For Applied Scientist, AWS SAAR
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking exceptional scientists to join their Security Analytics and AI Research team within AWS Security Services. This role focuses on developing cutting-edge machine learning algorithms for AWS security services like GuardDuty and Security Hub. The position offers a unique opportunity to solve novel security challenges using advanced ML techniques at a massive scale.
The team is part of AWS Utility Computing, which provides foundational services like S3 and EC2, along with continuous product innovations. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values work-life balance and offers flexible scheduling. The role combines security expertise with large-scale machine learning, making it ideal for those passionate about both fields.
As an Applied Scientist, you'll be responsible for inventing and implementing innovative ML solutions for security applications, working closely with engineering teams to deploy these solutions at scale. The position offers significant growth opportunities through mentorship and hands-on experience with complex production services.
AWS maintains a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, reflected in their 10 employee-led affinity groups and various learning initiatives. The team emphasizes knowledge sharing and mentorship, making it an excellent environment for professional development. You'll be part of an organization that values diverse perspectives and supports career growth through challenging projects and collaborative learning.
The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $136,000 to $223,400 based on location, plus additional benefits and equity opportunities. This role represents a chance to impact cloud security at a global scale while working with cutting-edge ML technologies.
Responsibilities For Applied Scientist, AWS SAAR
- Invent, implement, and deploy state of the art machine learning algorithms and systems for information security applications
- Rapidly design, prototype and test hypotheses in a high-ambiguity environment
- Collaborate with software engineering teams to integrate experiments into production services
- Report results in a scientifically rigorous way
- Interact with security engineers, product managers and domain experts
- Work closely with a mentor to expand your career with AWS
Requirements For Applied Scientist, AWS SAAR
- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience
- 3+ years of building models for business application 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 algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing
Benefits For Applied Scientist, AWS SAAR
- Flexible work schedule
- Work-life balance
- Mentorship opportunities
- Career growth opportunities
- Employee-led affinity groups
- Inclusive work culture
- Knowledge sharing environment
