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Principal Workforce Strategist, Models, Quantum, and Silicon PXT

Amazon ยท Seattle, WA

๐Ÿ“ Seattle, Washington, USAvia amazonPosted June 18, 2026
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We are looking for a forward thinking Workforce Planning Lead who goes beyond traditional headcount and cost management to shape how work gets done in an AI native organization. This role blends strategy, analytics, and organizational design to build a workforce that is adaptable, augmented by AI, and aligned to long term business value. This leader will define what workforce planning means in a world where tasks are increasingly shared between humans and machines. You will move beyond spreadsheets and static forecasts to build dynamic models that account for automation potential, skill evolution, and new ways of organizing work. Key job responsibilities Lead end to end workforce planning with a focus on capabilities, skills, and outcomes rather than roles and headcount alone Design future ready operating models that integrate humans, AI, and automation into cohesive workflows Partner with HRBPs, Finance, and Business Operations to translate workforce strategy into actionable plans aligned with the business needs Anticipate talent needs in an AI driven environment by partnering with business and technology leaders Earn trust with senior leaders through executive influencing skills, developing collaborative strategies that create measurable business impact Build scenarios and models that connect workforce decisions to productivity, innovation, and growth Identify opportunities to redesign work, reskill talent, and deploy AI effectively across the organization Create frameworks for determining which work should be automated, augmented, or remain human led Advise senior leadership on workforce composition strategies that balance current delivery with future capability building About the team Our PXT (People Experience and Technology (HR)) team supports Peter DeSantis's organization, which encompasses Foundational AI Models, Quantum Computing, and Custom Silicon. The business is redefining how AI models are built and trained, designing custom chips that power the next generation of compute, and pushing the boundaries of quantum computing. The pace of change is unprecedented: our charter is evolving in real time as these businesses scale, restructure, and pioneer new ways of working. As a member of our team, you will not be supporting business as usual. You will be inventing new people practices, tools, and frameworks to match the speed and ambition of the technology organizations we serve.

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