Applied Scientist Translation Services
Applied Scientist Translation Services
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15-03-2025
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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 Earths most customercentric 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 and expanding set of 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 cuttingedge 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 ecommerce.
Key job responsibilities
* Apply your expertise in LLM models to design develop and implement scalable machine learning solutions that address complex language translationrelated challenges in the eCommerce space.
* Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including software engineers data scientists and product managers to define project requirements establish success metrics and deliver highquality 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 stateoftheart modeling techniques and methodologies to improve the accuracy and efficiency of language translationrelated systems.
* Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders providing clear explanations and guidance on proposed solutions and their potential impact.
About the team
We are a startup mindset team. As the longterm technical strategy is still taking shape there is a lot of opportunity for this fresh Science team to innovate by leveraging Gen AI technoligies 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 Amazons customers. We do this by offering handsoffthewheel service to all Amazon teams optimizing translation quality and speed at the lowest cost possible.
3 years of building models for business application experience
PhD or Masters degree and 4 years of CS CE ML or related field experience
Experience in patents or publications at toptier peerreviewed conferences or journals
Experience programming in Java C Python or related language
Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures parsing numerical optimization data mining parallel and distributed computing highperformance computing
Experience using Unix/Linux
Experience in professional software development
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age 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 including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
At Amazon we strive to be Earths most customercentric 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 and expanding set of 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 cuttingedge 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 ecommerce.
Key job responsibilities
* Apply your expertise in LLM models to design develop and implement scalable machine learning solutions that address complex language translationrelated challenges in the eCommerce space.
* Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including software engineers data scientists and product managers to define project requirements establish success metrics and deliver highquality 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 stateoftheart modeling techniques and methodologies to improve the accuracy and efficiency of language translationrelated systems.
* Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders providing clear explanations and guidance on proposed solutions and their potential impact.
About the team
We are a startup mindset team. As the longterm technical strategy is still taking shape there is a lot of opportunity for this fresh Science team to innovate by leveraging Gen AI technoligies 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 Amazons customers. We do this by offering handsoffthewheel service to all Amazon teams optimizing translation quality and speed at the lowest cost possible.
3 years of building models for business application experience
PhD or Masters degree and 4 years of CS CE ML or related field experience
Experience in patents or publications at toptier peerreviewed conferences or journals
Experience programming in Java C Python or related language
Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures parsing numerical optimization data mining parallel and distributed computing highperformance computing
Experience using Unix/Linux
Experience in professional software development
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age 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 including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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