Software Engineer, Translation Services

Translation Services at Amazon is seeking a passionate Senior Software Development Engineer to join their mission of breaking down language barriers for Amazon customers worldwide. The role focuses on building and scaling translation solutions that enable seamless multilingual experiences across Amazon's vast ecosystem.

The Translation Services (TS) team, with engineering presence in Seattle, WA and Hyderabad, India, provides technology solutions and services that deliver quality translations at the lowest possible cost for Amazon businesses. Their vision is to ensure language never stands in the way of anyone on earth using Amazon products and services.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in creating high-performance, large-scale language translation services that support Amazon's current and future growth. The role requires someone who can thrive in ambiguous environments and drive innovation while maintaining strong attention to detail. You'll be responsible for setting and driving the right engineering culture within the team, ensuring that secondary language experiences match the excellence of primary language experiences at Amazon's vast scale.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in software development, system architecture, and team leadership. You'll work on making translations a seamless, automated process for developers, allowing them to focus on business logic and application building. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging technical problems while making a significant impact on Amazon's global customer experience.

The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for solving complex problems at scale. You'll be joining a team dedicated to being the enablers and guardians of translation for Amazon's customers, optimizing translation quality and speed while maintaining cost efficiency.