Sr. Software Development Engineer, Alexa News

Join the innovative Alexa News team at Amazon and help revolutionize how people consume news through voice technology. As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of crafting immersive and highly personalized news experiences using Generative AI (LLM) technologies.

The role involves working with the Alexa News Cortex team, responsible for producing personalized news experiences for customers. You'll be working on LLM-based content curation, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and large-scale backend services to deliver fast news experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design architecture for challenging technical problems
• Build and maintain quality products and systems
• Lead team collaboration with various partners
• Define experiences and requirements
• Drive sound architectures for long-term stability
• Push for best practices and operational excellence

You'll be working on both customer-facing experiences and behind-the-scenes operations, ensuring millions of Alexa users worldwide receive personalized, up-to-the-minute news updates. The role requires strong technical leadership, mentoring abilities, and experience in full software development lifecycle.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 per year based on location, plus comprehensive benefits including medical, financial, and potential equity compensation. Join us in creating an unparalleled news experience that delights and informs, making Alexa News an indispensable part of users' daily routines.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on how people consume news, working with cutting-edge AI technologies while leading and mentoring others in a fast-paced, innovative environment.