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Research Scientist, Amazon Music - DISCO

Amazon

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
A/B Testing, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Alexa, Analysis Skills, Bayesian Networks, Business Growth, Business Operations, Campaigns, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Modeling, Data Science, Data Sets, Deep Learning, Experiment Design, Federal Laws and Regulations, Industry/Trade Analysis, MATLAB, Machine Learning, Market Surveys, Marketing, Marketing Campaign, Marketing Strategy, Model Validation, Music, Podcasting, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Engineering, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quantitative Research, R Programming Language, Randomized Controlled Trials, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Research Skills, Return on Investment (ROI), Scientific Principles, Scientific Research, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Engineering, State Laws and Regulations, Statistical Programming Languages, Statistics, Statistics Software, Team Player, Testing, Training Data Sets
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
1 day ago
Description Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that deepens connections between fans, artists, and creators. From personalized music playlists to exclusive podcasts, concert livestreams to artist merch, Amazon Music is innovating at some of the most exciting intersections of music and culture. We offer experiences that serve all listeners with our different tiers of service: Prime members get access to all the music in shuffle mode, and top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership; customers can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for unlimited, on-demand access to 100 million songs, including millions in HD, Ultra HD, and spatial audio; and anyone can listen for free by downloading the Amazon Music app or via Alexa-enabled devices. Join us for the opportunity to influence how Amazon Music engages fans, artists, and creators on a global scale. We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Research Scientist. You will play an integral part in the measurement and optimization of Amazon Music marketing activities. You will have the opportunity to work with a rich marketing dataset together with the marketing managers. This role will focus on developing and implementing causal models and randomized controlled trials to assess marketing effectiveness and inform strategic decision-making. This role is suitable for candidates with strong background in consumer research, survey data models, causal inference, statistical analysis, and data-driven problem-solving, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with cross-functional partners to optimize marketing strategies and drive business growth. Key job responsibilities Develop Causal Models Design, build, and validate causal models to evaluate the impact of marketing campaigns and initiatives. Leverage advanced statistical methods to identify and quantify causal relationships. Conduct Randomized Controlled Trials Design and implement randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to rigorously test the effectiveness of marketing strategies. Ensure robust experimental design and proper execution to derive credible insights. Statistical Analysis and Inference Perform complex statistical analyses to interpret data from experiments and observational studies. Use statistical software and programming languages to analyze large datasets and extract meaningful patterns. Data-Driven Decision Making Collaborate with marketing teams to provide data-driven recommendations that enhance campaign performance and ROI. Present findings and insights to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner. Collaborative Problem Solving Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and engineering, to identify key business questions and develop analytical solutions. Foster a culture of data-informed decision-making across the organization. Stay Current with Industry Trends Keep abreast of the latest developments in data science, causal inference, and marketing analytics. Apply new methodologies and technologies to improve the accuracy and efficiency of marketing measurement. Documentation and Reporting Maintain comprehensive documentation of models, experiments, and analytical processes. Prepare reports and presentations that effectively communicate complex analyses to non-technical audiences. Basic Qualifications - PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of quantitative field research experience - Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products - Experience analyzing both experimental and observational data sets - Experience in causal modeling like graphical models, causal Bayesian network, potential outcomes, A/B testing, experiments, quasi-experiments, and data science workflows Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of R, MATLAB, Python or similar scripting language - Experience with agile development - Experience building web based dashboards using common frameworks - Experience in machine learning, statistics, and deep learning - Experience working with data mining on large datasets - Experience working with cross-functional teams 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. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, CA, Culver City - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually USA, CA, San Francisco - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually USA, NY, New York - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually USA, WA, Seattle - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually

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