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Amazon Advertising is at the forefront of shaping the future of advertising technology, and our Auction team in Sponsored Brands is pivotal in driving this innovation. We are seeking a passionate and visionary Applied Science Manager to lead a team of Applied Scientists, Data Scientists, and Machine Learning Engineers dedicated to advancing auction mechanisms within our advertising ecosystem. This role is essential for developing optimized and fair auction systems that deliver value for advertisers while enhancing the shopping experience for customers.

As the leader of the Auction Science team, you will drive the scientific and engineering strategy to innovate and build scalable solutions that improve auction design and efficiency. Your work will directly contribute to aligning advertiser needs with customer interests, ensuring that our auction systems maximize relevance and value for all stakeholders. You will be responsible for developing and managing a research agenda that balances short-term business impact with long-term strategic investments, driving continued scientific innovation in the fields of economics, game theory, operations research, and machine learning.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to execute complex projects, ensuring alignment across science, engineering, and product strategies with business objectives. You will be hands-on in data analysis, machine learning model development, and A/B testing, using your insights to inform decisions and communicate impact to senior management. As a leader, you will foster a culture of innovation, providing technical and scientific mentorship to your team while guiding them in delivering solutions that elevate both advertiser satisfaction and the overall shopping experience on Amazon. Additionally, you will play a key role in hiring and developing top talent, ensuring the growth and success of your team.