Software Development Engineer, Alexa Skills Kit, Alexa Skills Kit

Alexa Skills Kit (ASK) is seeking a talented Software Development Engineer to join their team focused on enabling millions of developers to create skills for Alexa. The role involves working with cutting-edge Large Language Model (LLM) technologies to make Alexa more natural, accurate, and conversational. You'll be part of the team that builds the Alexa Skills Kit, which provides developers with tools and services to create engaging customer experiences.

The team's mission is to empower skill builders to create delightful experiences by making Alexa more natural and personalized. You'll work on building publicly available intelligent web services and intuitive tools that help Skill Builders drive discoverability of their skills and enable natural interactions. The role involves working with name-free interaction (NFI) Toolkit and other innovative features that make it easier for customers to find and use Alexa skills.

A typical day includes morning huddles, whiteboard design discussions, project implementation, and code reviews. You'll be working in a collaborative environment where team members help each other push boundaries while having fun. The position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on products used by millions of customers worldwide.

The role requires strong software development skills, experience with architecture design, and the ability to think long-term about technical solutions. You'll be working with the latest technologies including LLMs, contributing to the professional development of colleagues, and helping shape the future of voice-based interactions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about AI, voice technology, and building innovative solutions that directly impact how people interact with technology in their daily lives.