<strong>Description<br><br></strong>What will customers want from Amazon Devices one, two, or three years from now? As a Data Scientist II on our Devices forecasting team, you will answer that question by building econometric and machine learning models that project long-term demand, assess the incrementality of new products, and quantify willingness to pay for specific features. Your analysis will directly shape portfolio decisions, helping product managers decide what to build next. This is a team that is investing in AI to accelerate how science informs business strategy, making now a particularly exciting time to join.<br><br>Key job responsibilities<br><br><ul><li> Build and validate econometric and machine learning models that generate long-term demand forecasts for Amazon Devices, selecting the right methodology based on data characteristics and business context.</li><li> Assess the incrementality of new products and quantify willingness to pay for product features, translating model outputs into clear narratives that help product managers adjust their portfolio strategy.</li><li> Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to scope analytical projects, define metrics, and identify the data requirements needed to answer ambiguous forecasting questions.</li><li> Communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences through clear documentation, effective visualizations, and well-structured presentations that drive informed decisions.</li><li> Mentor less experienced data scientists through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and active participation in scientific discussions and team planning.<br><br></li></ul>A day in the life<br><br>You might spend your morning refining a demand forecast model, testing how a new product feature variable improves prediction accuracy. After lunch, you could be walking product managers through your incrementality analysis and aligning on what the numbers mean for their roadmap. Later, you might review a teammate's willingness-to-pay study or experiment with an AI-based approach to accelerate your modeling pipeline. Your work moves between deep independent analysis and collaborative sessions where you translate complex results into actionable recommendations.<br><br><strong>About The Team<br><br></strong>Our team owns long-term forecasting and product analytics for Amazon Devices. We build the science that tells the story of where customer demand is headed and what drives it. You will work alongside scientists, engineers, and product managers who value rigorous analysis and practical impact. We are currently expanding our use of AI to accelerate how we deliver insights, and we are looking for people who are curious, collaborative, and ready to help shape that direction.<br><br><strong>Basic Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li> 3+ years of data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, Matlab, etc.) experience</li><li> 2+ years of data scientist experience</li><li> 3+ years of machine learning/statistical modeling data analysis tools and techniques, and parameters that affect their performance experience</li><li> Bachelor's degree</li><li> Experience applying theoretical models in an applied environment<br><br></li></ul><strong>Preferred Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li> Experience in Python, Perl, or another scripting language</li><li> Experience in a ML or data scientist role with a large technology company<br><br></li></ul>Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br><br>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.<br><br>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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br><br>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 CA, Sunnyvale - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, WA, Seattle - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually<br><br><br><strong>Company</strong> - Amazon.com Services LLC<br><br>Job ID: A10557103