Applied Scientist • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in applied science with a focus on privacy engineering — your experience includes developing innovative data governance technologies and navigating complex compliance requirements. You possess high judgment in system architecture decisions and can translate ambiguous regulations into detailed technical designs. Your ability to engage with senior leadership and facilitate high-stakes discussions is a key strength, allowing you to drive foundational decisions across multiple services.

You are well-versed in privacy regulations such as GDPR and have a track record of building compliance approaches that align with organizational goals. Your technical expertise enables you to develop information retrieval benchmarks and algorithms that optimize the identification of privacy requirements. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with business, technology, legal, and public policy leaders to ensure compliance and drive innovation.

What you'll do

As a Senior Applied Scientist at Amazon, you will lead the development of privacy engineering solutions that ensure compliance with global regulations. You will be responsible for framing and participating in high-judgment debates regarding privacy practices, setting technical requirements, and overseeing the design of privacy implementations across various systems. Your role will involve developing semantic and syntactic code analysis tools to assess privacy implementations, ensuring that Amazon's services adhere to the highest standards of privacy and compliance.

You will engage with senior leadership through quarterly reviews and annual planning, providing updates on the progress of privacy initiatives and compliance strategies. Your contributions will have a significant impact on the strategic direction of Amazon's privacy practices, driving innovation while ensuring that the organization meets its regulatory obligations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technical changes that enhance privacy across Amazon's services.

What we offer

Amazon provides a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive compensation, equity options, and a full range of medical and financial benefits. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and compliance, contributing to projects that have a global impact. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.