Software Engineer, Translation Services

Who you are

You have a solid background in software development, with experience in building high-performance, large-scale systems. You thrive in environments where you can lead innovation and are comfortable with ambiguity. Your strong attention to detail ensures that secondary language experiences match the excellence of primary language experiences, even at Amazon's vast scale.

You are passionate about creating technology solutions that deliver quality translations at the lowest possible cost. Your experience in software engineering has equipped you with the skills to drive efforts to build translation solutions that support Amazon's current and future growth. You understand the importance of making translations a seamless experience for developers so they can focus on business logic and application building.

You enjoy collaborating with talented engineering teams and are excited about the vision that language will not stand in the way of anyone on earth using Amazon products and services. You are dedicated to ensuring that translation services are optimized for quality and speed, and you take pride in being an enabler and guardian of translation for Amazon's customers.

Desirable

Experience with cloud technologies, particularly AWS, is a plus. Familiarity with language processing or translation technologies would also be beneficial. You are eager to learn and grow within the team, contributing to the mission of providing hands-off-the-wheel service to all Amazon teams.

What you'll do

As a Software Engineer in the Translation Services team, you will be responsible for driving innovations in translation technology. You will work on building scalable translation solutions that ensure 100% translation coverage for Amazon's diverse customer base. Your role will involve collaborating with other engineers to design and implement systems that optimize translation quality and speed.

You will engage in hands-on development, contributing to the architecture and design of translation services. Your work will directly impact how Amazon delivers language translation, making it easier for developers to integrate these services into their applications. You will also participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall improvement of the engineering practices within the team.

You will have the opportunity to lead initiatives that enhance the translation experience for both developers and customers. Your insights and expertise will help shape the future of translation services at Amazon, ensuring that language barriers are minimized and that all customers can access Amazon's offerings in their preferred language.

What we offer

Amazon provides a collaborative work environment where you can thrive and grow your skills. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence in translation services. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Join us in our mission to make language a bridge, not a barrier, for our customers around the world.