Koyu Wenty

Amazon

I support the Science Teams that build Machine Learning products across Amazon's e-commerce/.com space.  The teams I support are in Search, Personalization, Fashion/Fitness gear, Amazon products, Marketing Tech, Seller Services, Prime Membership, Amazon Business Tech and Books content.  My team also supports Robotics, Fulfillment Centers, Delivery Services and Prime Air.  

Positions I'm recruiting/sourcing for: 
- Applied Scientist
- Research Scientist 
- Applied and Research Science Managers  
*Out of Scope: Science Internships, SDE and any non-Machine Learning roles*

Skills/experience that will make you stand out (not a complete list): 
- PhD in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning or compatible disciplines, OR Master's Degree in same disciplines with 4+ industry experience. 
- Publications a huge plus but not required.  
- Ability to translate business problems into ML solutions. 
- SDE coding bar. 

ML support areas: 
- Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Causal Inference, Computer Vision and anything information retrieval/recommender systems. 
- Talk to me about LLMs, GenAI and equitable use of AI.  
 
Ready to build at Amazon? Let's chat! Send me a DM or email: koyuw@amazon.com 
For other positions, please check out our career website:  www.amazon.com/jobs

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Owner & Content Creator

Southwest Airlines

- Talent acquisition support for all Hawaii Operations 
- Support experience in Data Science, Technology, Corporate Strategy, Marketing, Operations, Labor Relations, Regulatory Programs, Revenue Management and Network Planning
- Projects: Diversity Hiring, Digital Workplace and Talent Acquisition Tools
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Can always be found listening to a podcast about data science, technology and anything female entrepreneurship
- I am best known as the crazy dog mom on my Team

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Contract Recruiter

Enterprise Holdings

- Ensure a haggle-free and fun car buying experience for customers
- Build a long-lasting partnership with accounts and business partners
- Generate sales leads from internal and external resources
- Represent Company and Car Sales Division at internal and external events

Account Executive

- Online career website talent mining and recruiting
- Administrative support to Talent Acquisition and Generalist teams
- Develop and maintain online social media profiles for Fort Worth Region: @EnterpriseDFW on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook (@koyuwenty)
- Represent Company at internal and external events

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

- New hire and workforce training and development
- Developed Group training materials and classes
- Developed and implemented Social Media recruiting and marketing campaigns
- Active organizer and participant in Company-sponsored community outreach events and projects

Training & Development Specialist

- Recruiting company talent and workforce
- Support for local government and military workforce programs
- Support local college and university through student workshops, presentations and other employer support initiatives
- Member of Aloha United Way Society of Young Leaders; volunteered at various local community venues and helped people prep for interviews, resume writing, and online job application

Talent Acquisition/ Training & Development Specialist

- Recruiter for Hawaiian Islands for all three brands and business lines
- Promoted recruiting through social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter
- Engaged with College & University students through club workshops and other talent recruiting events
- Participated in Company events representing HR Talent Acquisition team

Talent Acquisition Specialist

- Oversee branch operations for Waikiki offices to ensure goals were met and exceeded
- Practiced employee development and retention through mentoring and training 
- Market current business accounts as well as find new business in local jurisdiction
- Represent Company at community events

Branch Rental Manager

- Managed daily rental operations to meet and exceed customer service and group expectations
- Ensured employee retention and development through one on one and teamwork interactions
- Developed business action plan monthly and quarterly with upper managers
- Maintained established partnership with local vendors as well as finding new business in local jurisdiction

Assistant Branch Manager

- Learned daily rental branch operations with customer service, sales and marketing goals
- Ensured long-lasting marketing partnership with local businesses and accounts
- Worked in daily rental operations in the Honolulu Airport, military, business and resort districts

Management Trainee / Management Assistant

My passion is people so I spend a majority of my time coaching others or trying to hire someone’s favorite coworker.  I regularly post about women/girls in STEM, favorite quotes, winglet pictures and the occasional dog selfie. Although most of my posts are of my current company, all opinions and expressions are my own. 

+ Can be seen reading up on: HR, Aviation, Auto/Transportation, Technology, Human-Centered Design/Design Thinking, Data Science/ML and Consumer Behavior/Marketing trends.  
+ Interests/Hobbies: Working out (fellow Peloton enthusiast), hiking, traveling (combo of city and parks), listening to podcasts, reading (multiple books at once), driving MINI Coopers and petting all the dogs.
+ Side Hustles: @loverescuedmeshop (Etsy), coach, blogger, ghostwriter & Amazon t-shirt designer
+ Favorite Reads: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus, Untamed by Glennon Doyle, Educated by Tara Westover, Dear Girls by Ali Wong and Becoming by Michelle Obama
+ Current Reads: The Rose Network, Stone Blind, Color of Emotional Intelligence and Invisible Husband of Frick Island.
+ Currently streaming: Game of Thrones (yes, late to the game), Upload, and Queer Eye
+ Currently listening: Crime Junkie, The Data Scientist Show & AI in Business

Personal Website: koyuwenty.com

Career consulting inquires please visit my website or email me at hello@koyuwenty.com

I'm still hiring for our Amazon Business team searching for a Senior Data Scientist!  We are seeking someone tenured (5+ years post Master's degree) experience in building data science products at large enterprise/global scale teams.  

This role is in Seattle and working in a collaborate team of Scientists and Engineers.  Please apply directly to the posting!  Resumes are reviewed daily by my teammate Franny de Luna and I so you will get a quick response.

Applied Science/Machine Learning Recruiter @Amazon | Talent Strategy | Dog Mom

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