2026 Applied Science Internship - Distributed Systems and High Performance Computing
Job Description
Calling all innovative tech enthusiasts! Join our cutting-edge team and dive into the world of distributed systems and high-performance computing. You'll have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technologies that push the boundaries of computational science, solving complex challenges that have real-world impact.Are you passionate about creating scalable, sustainable computing systems that can power the world's most complex technological challenges? We're seeking innovative graduate researchers to push the boundaries of distributed systems and high-performance computing.We work across multiple Amazon businesses including Annapurna Labs, S3, EC2, and other critical infrastructure teams, though our research is not limited to these organizations. Our teams are committed to pushing the boundaries of distributed systems and high-performance computing, creating solutions that transform how we process and understand complex dataKey job responsibilities• Collaborate with senior researchers to design and implement distributed computing solutions. • Design and prototype novel distributed computing architectures that enhance system performance and reliability• Conduct advanced research on scalable fault-tolerant systems for data center and serverless environmentsAn ideal candidate for this role should possess a robust foundation in distributed systems, network architecture, or high-performance computing. The candidate should have hands-on experience with designing, implementing, and optimizing distributed algorithms, scalable network protocols, or parallel computing frameworks. Additionally, they must demonstrate the ability to work seamlessly within interdisciplinary teams, bringing together expertise from various domains such as software engineering, data science, and hardware architecture. This collaborative mindset is essential for developing innovative solutions that push the boundaries of cloud computing technology. A day in the lifeYour internship will be an immersive journey into advanced computational research. You'll collaborate with world-class scientists and engineers, exploring innovative approaches to solving complex computational problems. Expect to engage in hands-on projects that challenge your technical skills and spark your creativity.
Locations
- United States, WA, Seattle, Seattle, WA, United States
Salary
Salary not disclosed
Estimated Salary Rangehigh confidence
90,000 - 120,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Required Qualifications
- - Are enrolled in a PhD (degree in a phd)
- - Are 18 years of age or older (experience, 18 years)
- - Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum (experience)
- - Can relocate to where the internship is based (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- - Experience programming or scripting language like Python, Java, C or C++ (experience)
- - Have publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals (experience)
- - Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computing (experience)
- Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $65.38/hr in our lowest geographic market up to $107.40/hr in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. (experience)
Responsibilities
- • Collaborate with senior researchers to design and implement distributed computing solutions.
- • Design and prototype novel distributed computing architectures that enhance system performance and reliability
- • Conduct advanced research on scalable fault-tolerant systems for data center and serverless environments
- An ideal candidate for this role should possess a robust foundation in distributed systems, network architecture, or high-performance computing. The candidate should have hands-on experience with designing, implementing, and optimizing distributed algorithms, scalable network protocols, or parallel computing frameworks. Additionally, they must demonstrate the ability to work seamlessly within interdisciplinary teams, bringing together expertise from various domains such as software engineering, data science, and hardware architecture. This collaborative mindset is essential for developing innovative solutions that push the boundaries of cloud computing technology.
