Postdoctoral Scientist, Robotics Research and AI Development

Postdoctoral Scientist, Amazon Robotics Research and AI Development

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Amazon is looking for talented Postdoctoral Scientists to join the Research and AI Development team at Amazon Robotics for a one‑year, full‑time research position with an optional extension for a second year. This Postdoctoral Scientist will innovate in the areas of multi‑agent path planning, dynamic optimal transport (OT), and explainable AI (X‑AI) for Deep Fleet Foundation Models. They will have the opportunity to develop optimal and scalable solutions for the world’s largest fleet of mobile robots, and to develop interpretability techniques for the Deep Fleet FMs.

• Work closely with a senior science advisor, collaborate with other scientists and engineers, and be part of Amazon’s diverse global science community.
• Publish your innovation in top‑tier academic venues and hone your presentation skills.
• Be inspired by challenges and opportunities to invent new techniques in your area(s) of expertise.

On a typical day, you will work to progress your research projects, meet with engineering, systems, and solutions stakeholders, brainstorm with other scientists on the team, and participate in team processes. You will follow your multi‑agent path planning, dynamic OT, and X‑AI projects through the entire life cycle of design, implementation, evaluation, and analysis, and will communicate your findings and results through publications in top‑tier academic venues.

The Research and AI Development team at Amazon Robotics is a multidisciplinary science team with backgrounds in planning and scheduling, optimization, machine learning, and operations research. We develop novel planning algorithms and machine learning methods and apply them to real‑world robotic warehouses, including:

• Planning and coordinating the paths of thousands of robots
• Dynamic allocation and scheduling of tasks to thousands of robots
• Learning how to adapt system behavior to varying operating conditions
• Co‑design of robotic logistics processes and the algorithms to optimize them

• PhD in a relevant field, received within 2 years of starting the program
• Proven publication record in Machine Learning, Robotics, AI, Computer Science, Operations Research, or other related technical fields
• Experience in data science and quantitative research
• Proficiency in technologies relevant to the subfield

• Ability to independently deliver results in a fast‑paced environment
• Publications at top‑tier, peer‑reviewed conferences and/or journals
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Expert knowledge in modeling and performance, operationalization, and scalability of scientific techniques and establishing decision strategies

• CV, which lists all peer‑reviewed publications and conferences
• Research statement that outlines your research achievements and future research interests
• A journal article or book chapter that demonstrates your domain expertise

The base salary range for this position is $ – $ USD annually. The 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Location:

USA, MA, Reading

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.