Applied Scientist • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in applied science with a focus on machine learning and natural language processing — your experience includes developing and implementing advanced algorithms that drive innovation in security products. You are proficient in Python and have hands-on experience with AWS, enabling you to build scalable solutions that meet the demands of a global organization.

You possess a deep understanding of data analysis techniques and are skilled at interpreting complex datasets to inform decision-making — your analytical mindset allows you to identify trends and insights that enhance security measures. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious goals.

What you'll do

In this role, you will own and drive the technical vision for large-scoped science initiatives focused on third-party security risk management — you will independently define research agendas, success metrics, and multi-quarter roadmaps with minimal oversight. You will pioneer transformative approaches to automate third-party security review processes using state-of-the-art large language models, designing intelligent systems for vendor assessment document analysis and security questionnaire automation.

You will architect and lead the development of advanced GenAI and agentic frameworks, including multi-agent orchestration and autonomous workflows, purpose-built for third-party risk evaluation and security documentation processing. Your work will enhance third-party threat detection, vulnerability classification, and continuous monitoring throughout the organization.

What we offer

Amazon provides a competitive salary range of $167,100.00 - $226,100.00 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that encourages innovation and professional growth, contributing to projects that have a significant impact on security practices at Amazon.