Applied Scientist II - GenAI/LLM, Translation Services

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 142,800 - 193,200; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking an Applied Scientist II for its Seattle office to design scalable machine learning solutions addressing language translation challenges. The successful candidate will focus on developing algorithms, collaborating with teams, and analyzing data to enhance customer experiences globally. Basic qualifications include a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant field and programming skills in Java, C++, or Python. Competitive salary offered ranges from $142,800 to $193,200 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of building models for business application experience.
• PhD or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience.
• Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable machine learning solutions for language translation.
• Collaborate with software engineers, data scientists, and product managers.
• Conduct data analysis to enhance seller performance and customer experiences.
• Explore modeling techniques to improve translation systems.

Skills

Model building for business applications

Programing in Java, C++, Python

Data analysis and insights

Machine learning solutions

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

PhD or Master's degree in CS, CE, ML or related field

Tools

Unix/Linux

Job description

Applied Scientist II - GenAI/LLM, Translation Services

Job ID: 10396399 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Have you ever wondered how Amazon launches and maintains a consistent customer experience across hundreds of countries and languages it serves its customers? Are you passionate about data and mathematics, and hope to impact the experience of millions of customers? Are you obsessed with designing simple algorithmic solutions to very challenging problems? If so, we look forward to hearing from you!

At Amazon, we strive to be Earth's most customer‑centric company, where both internal and external customers can find and discover anything they want in their own language of preference. Our Translations Services (TS) team plays a pivotal role in expanding the reach of our marketplace worldwide and enables thousands of developers and other stakeholders (Product Managers, Program Managers, Linguists) in developing locale‑specific solutions.

Amazon Translations Services (TS) is seeking an Applied Scientist to be based in our Seattle office. As a key member of the Science and Engineering team of TS, this person will be responsible for designing algorithmic solutions based on data and mathematics for translating billions of words annually across 130+ locales. The successful applicant will ensure that there is minimal human touch involved in any language translation and accurate translated text is available to our worldwide customers in a streamlined and optimized manner. With access to vast amounts of data, state‑of‑the‑art technology, and a diverse community of talented individuals, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the way customers and stakeholders engage with Amazon and our platform worldwide. Together, we will drive innovation, solve complex problems, and shape the future of e‑commerce.

Key job responsibilities

• Apply your expertise in LLM models to design, develop, and implement scalable machine learning solutions that address complex language translation‑related challenges in the eCommerce space.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including software engineers, data scientists, and product managers, to define project requirements, establish success metrics, and deliver high‑quality solutions.
• Conduct thorough data analysis to gain insights, identify patterns, and drive actionable recommendations that enhance seller performance and customer experiences across various international marketplaces.
• Continuously explore and evaluate state‑of‑the‑art modeling techniques and methodologies to improve the accuracy and efficiency of language translation‑related systems.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, providing clear explanations and guidance on proposed solutions and their potential impact.

About the team

We are a start‑up mindset team. As the long‑term technical strategy is still taking shape, there is a lot of opportunity for this fresh Science team to innovate by leveraging Gen AI technologies to build scalable solutions from scratch.

Our Vision: Language will not stand in the way of anyone on earth using Amazon products and services.

Our Mission: We are the enablers and guardians of translation for Amazon's customers. We do this by offering hands‑off‑the‑wheel service to all Amazon teams, optimizing translation quality and speed at the lowest cost possible.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of building models for business application experience
• PhD or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience
• Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Unix/Linux
• Experience in professional software development
• Experience in patents or publications at top‑tier peer‑reviewed conferences or journals
• Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high‑performance computing

Equal Opportunity Statement

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, 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.

Base salary range: USA, WA, Seattle - 142,800.00 – 193,200.00 USD annually.