Amazon Principal HR Specialist – Workforce Design & Implementation

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Posted date: Apr 21, 2025

Location: Seattle, WA

Estimated salary: $178,800
Range: $134,800 - $222,800


Description

Shape the Future of AI: Lead Workforce Innovation at AGI Data-Services.

Are you interested in helping to build the future of AI? AGI Data-Services (AGI-DS), within Amazon's Artificial General Intelligence organization, is pioneering the development of AI models and applications across all domains. With 3,000+ employees across 8 countries, we're building world-class data services that power the future of AI, ensuring privacy and security for millions of customers.

We're seeking a Principal HR Specialist to architect our global workforce strategy during this pivotal time in AI development. You'll be at the forefront of solving unique workforce challenges in one of tech's most transformative fields. Your work will directly impact how we build and scale teams teaching next-generation AI models.

Key job responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative workforce solutions that enable teaching of increasingly complex AI models

• Drive strategic HR initiatives across talent management, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning

• Demonstrate ability to think big yet be nimble enough to continuously evolve the people strategy for the organization in line with the fast changing business realities.

• Develop data-driven recommendations to anticipate and address future workforce needs

• Be a partner at the table with the business leaders, leverage data and sound judgement to influence decisions and infuse new ways of thinking.

• Provide insight and direction on evolving the right long term organization design.

• Be flexible in terms of working with business and HR partners across multiple locations, drive healthy debate and consensus on key priorities.

• Manage change at scale.



Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience

• 8+ years in an HR generalist leadership role or workforce planning role, preferably in a tech or start-up environment

• Proven ability to navigate complexity and drive clarity in ambiguous environments

• Strong analytical skills with experience in strategic workforce planning

• Excellence in stakeholder management and executive communication

• Track record of developing innovative HR solutions in fast-paced environments



Extended Qualifications

• Master's Degree or MBA in Human Resources Management or related field preferred

• 10+ years in an HR generalist or workforce planning role, preferably in a tech or start-up environment

• Experience supporting tech operations organizations

• Experience working with fast growing, large, global teams

• Global HR experience

• Organizational design and change management experience

• Strong project management experience

• Proven ability to diagnose issues and drive appropriate solutions with self-initiative

• Strong business acumen and ability to work well across different functions in order to integrate HR and business strategies

• Excellent written and verbal communication; high quality document preparation and presentation skills

• Exceptional listening skills and ability to relate to, influence, and coach employees of all levels in the organization

• Knowledge of employment laws such as ERISA, COBRA, ADA, and other federal and state laws covering discrimination and equal opportunity employment

• Able to travel domestically and internationally, as appropriate

• Ability to work independently, as well as an active member of both business and HR teams

• Resilient and able to thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment with a high level of energy and sense of humor

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $134,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $222,800/year 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.



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