Senior Level Video Specialist Jobs
Senior level video specialist jobs put experienced professionals in charge of creative vision, production quality, and the end-to-end execution of high-impact video projects. Openings concentrate across Technology & Software, Retail, and Electronics & Hardware, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles, and employers like Amazon, Qualcomm, and Dolby Laboratories hiring at this level now.
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DESCRIPTION
Twitch is looking for an Applied Scientist to lead computer vision and video manipulation work within Amazon Publisher Monetization (APM). You will apply large language models (LLMs), vision-language models (VLMs), and traditional computer vision techniques to build products that directly improve how millions of Twitch creators produce content and how viewers engage with it. This is a high-visibility project backed by senior leadership, and you will have the autonomy to evaluate both first-party and third-party solutions to deliver the highest quality results quickly. If you thrive in a fast-paced, startup-like environment where your scientific decisions shape the product roadmap, we want to hear from you.
Key job responsibilities
Design and deploy computer vision and video manipulation models using LLMs, VLMs, and traditional techniques, taking solutions from research prototype to production.
Partner with senior Product and Twitch leadership to translate customer needs into well-defined scientific problems and deliver end-to-end solutions.
Evaluate and integrate generative AI capabilities across Amazon Bedrock and third-party platforms, selecting the approach that maximizes product quality.
Drive the team's scientific agenda by proposing new initiatives, authoring technical documents, and contributing to external publications.
Mentor fellow scientists and engineers through code reviews, design guidance, and technical assessments that raise the overall quality bar.
A day in the life
You will split your time roughly evenly between independent research and collaborative sessions. Mornings often start with focused solo work — benchmarking a new VLM, writing model code, or analyzing experiment results. Midday you join working sessions with Product and Twitch leadership to align on requirements or review progress. Afternoons shift between pairing with engineers on production integration and mentoring teammates on evaluation methodology. Weekly science reviews and bi-weekly roadmap syncs keep the team aligned without over-scheduling your calendar.
About the team
The APM science team supports all of Amazon's Publisher Monetization efforts, building the models and systems behind Twitch's creator tools and ad experiences. The team includes applied scientists, software engineers, and product managers who collaborate daily to move ideas from whiteboard to production. We operate with a startup mentality — moving fast, wearing multiple hats, and iterating closely with Twitch and Product partners. We are accelerating investment in computer vision and generative AI, and this role will be central to that expansion.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience
- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with modeling tools such as R, scikit-learn, Spark MLLib, MxNet, Tensorflow, numpy, scipy etc.
- Experience with large scale distributed systems such as Hadoop, Spark etc.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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.
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, NY, New York - 183,800.00 - 248,700.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Twitch is looking for an Applied Scientist to lead computer vision and video manipulation work within Amazon Publisher Monetization (APM). You will apply large language models (LLMs), vision-language models (VLMs), and traditional computer vision techniques to build products that directly improve how millions of Twitch creators produce content and how viewers engage with it. This is a high-visibility project backed by senior leadership, and you will have the autonomy to evaluate both first-party and third-party solutions to deliver the highest quality results quickly. If you thrive in a fast-paced, startup-like environment where your scientific decisions shape the product roadmap, we want to hear from you.
Key job responsibilities
Design and deploy computer vision and video manipulation models using LLMs, VLMs, and traditional techniques, taking solutions from research prototype to production.
Partner with senior Product and Twitch leadership to translate customer needs into well-defined scientific problems and deliver end-to-end solutions.
Evaluate and integrate generative AI capabilities across Amazon Bedrock and third-party platforms, selecting the approach that maximizes product quality.
Drive the team's scientific agenda by proposing new initiatives, authoring technical documents, and contributing to external publications.
Mentor fellow scientists and engineers through code reviews, design guidance, and technical assessments that raise the overall quality bar.
A day in the life
You will split your time roughly evenly between independent research and collaborative sessions. Mornings often start with focused solo work — benchmarking a new VLM, writing model code, or analyzing experiment results. Midday you join working sessions with Product and Twitch leadership to align on requirements or review progress. Afternoons shift between pairing with engineers on production integration and mentoring teammates on evaluation methodology. Weekly science reviews and bi-weekly roadmap syncs keep the team aligned without over-scheduling your calendar.
About the team
The APM science team supports all of Amazon's Publisher Monetization efforts, building the models and systems behind Twitch's creator tools and ad experiences. The team includes applied scientists, software engineers, and product managers who collaborate daily to move ideas from whiteboard to production. We operate with a startup mentality — moving fast, wearing multiple hats, and iterating closely with Twitch and Product partners. We are accelerating investment in computer vision and generative AI, and this role will be central to that expansion.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience
- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with modeling tools such as R, scikit-learn, Spark MLLib, MxNet, Tensorflow, numpy, scipy etc.
- Experience with large scale distributed systems such as Hadoop, Spark etc.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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.
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, NY, New York - 183,800.00 - 248,700.00 USD annually
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Senior Level Video Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level video specialist job?
Employers at this level look for a portfolio that demonstrates ownership of complex productions from concept through delivery, not just execution of someone else's vision. Showing experience directing shoots, managing post-production workflows, and mentoring junior staff gives you a clear edge. Expertise in a specific format, such as documentary, branded content, or live event production, also strengthens your candidacy for senior roles.
Which companies hire senior level video specialists?
Companies hiring senior level video specialists right now include Amazon, Qualcomm, and Dolby Laboratories, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of media companies, in-house creative teams at large brands, and production studios that need experienced professionals to lead their video operations.
Are there remote senior level video specialist jobs?
Yes, though availability depends on the role's production demands. About 82% of senior level video specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common for editing-heavy or strategy-focused positions. Roles requiring on-set direction, studio access, or hands-on equipment management are more likely to be on-site or hybrid.
What makes a video specialist role senior level?
Senior level video specialist roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. At this stage, you are expected to lead productions from brief to final delivery, make creative and technical decisions independently, establish workflows and quality standards, and mentor junior or mid-level team members. The work shapes the broader content strategy, not just individual deliverables.
Which industries hire the most senior level video specialists?
Senior Level video specialist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they produce high volumes of video content for marketing, training, entertainment, or communications and need experienced professionals who can lead that output at scale.