PXT Central Science is Amazon's people-science R&D organization. We develop causal inference methods, predictive models, and decision-support tools that operate at the intersection of economics, machine learning, and organizational science. Our work spans employee experience, workforce planning, compensation, talent acquisition, and employee relations — always grounded in rigorous methodology and always aimed at real-world impact.
- Demonstrated track record of leading mixed-methods research that directly influenced senior leadership decisions.
- 10+ years of qualitative and/or survey research experience, including 5+ years leading research organizations.
- Working knowledge of both qualitative and survey research methods, with the depth to set research strategy, design integrated mixed-methods approaches, evaluate the rigor of the team's work, and know when to bring in deeper expertise.
- Experience leading through managers, and managing or mentoring senior scientists and qualitative researchers.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences, including executive leadership.
- Experience owning a recurring measurement or survey program in production, with results delivered to business decision-makers.
- Depth in survey science – questionnaire design and validation, sampling, and the measurement properties of survey instruments — sufficient to judge whether a survey supports the conclusions drawn from it.
- Experience in people analytics, labor economics, employee relations, or HR-adjacent research domains.
- Comfort operating in highly ambiguous environments where problem definition is part of the work.
- Thought leadership in how organizations measure themselves, whether through publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences or through shaping the measurement practice of a large organization.
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.
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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, San Francisco – 238,000.00 - 322,000.00 USD annually
USA, MA, Boston – 216,400.00 - 292,800.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington – 216,400.00 - 292,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue – 216,400.00 - 292,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle – 216,400.00 - 292,800.00 USD annually