TRAFFIC Western Cape

Lead ML Scientist - Large-Scale Forecasting & Optimization

Amazon

Job Description

Amazon is looking for a Sr Applied Scientist in Cape Town to lead ML teams and build large-scale forecasting and optimization systems. This role involves mentoring applied scientists, guiding the scientific direction for ML solutions, and partnering with engineering and product teams. The ideal candidate will have a PhD or Master's with 6+ years of research experience and proficiency in programming languages like Java, C++, and Python. The position offers a chance to influence customer experience significantly while working within an inclusive culture.

About This Role

Career insights for Operations Research Analysts positions

Salary Benchmark
$83,640/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Mathematics Complex Problem Solving Active Listening Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension
Common Technologies
IBM SPSS Statistics IBM ILOG CPLEX Optimization Studio Minitab Google Docs Microsoft Word macOS Bash Shell script

Job Overview

Date Posted
28 Apr 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

Operations Research Analysts Insights

Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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