Sr. Software Development Engineer, Amazon Smart Vehicles

DescriptionJoin us to invent unparalleled automotive experiences! In Amazon Smart Vehicle, our mission is to create transformative products and services, enabling automakers to deliver personalized, proactive, and intuitive digital experiences that delight drivers and passengers.We are strong believers that voice is a big part of the future. Beyond bringing Alexa and customer assistants into vehicles, we are dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through cutting-edge technologies, driven by our passion for customer obsession.Key job responsibilitiesIn this role, you own the design, develop and deliver Large Language Model (LLM)-based experiences for automotive endpoints. You will be partnering with scientist, product, UX, QA, and engineers from other dependency teams. You will play a crucial role in shaping the next-gen voice and multi-modal experience in vehicle.Basic Qualifications

6+ years of non-internship professional software development experience

5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience

5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Excellent problem solver. Excellent in dealing with ambiguity.

Experience in leading team in OE (Operation Excellence).

Experience in NLP, ASR, TTS, Alexa or equivalent is a plus.

LLM/ML experience is a plus.

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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on 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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.