Job Title: ML Data Linguist, Alexa AI
Company: Amazon
Location: Boston, MA
Description:
Description

Amazon is seeking a Machine Learning Data Linguist to join our Alexa AI team. This role focuses on language data, primarily in the areas of text annotation and general data analysis deliverables.

The ML Data Linguist must have a passion for data, efficiency, accuracy, and should be capable of:


Handling unique data analysis requests from a range of data customers
Providing data quality expertise to other team members and coaching improvements
Delivering high quality work in a fast-paced environment
Working autonomously with minimum direction
Building a thorough understanding of conventions and providing support to global sites
Understanding changes to conventions deployed in response to customers’ requests and modifying workflows accordingly
Contributing to process improvements to reduce handling time and improve output
Improving software tools by identifying bugs and suggesting enhancements
Diving deep into issues and implementing solutions independently
Proactively addressing issues and problems
Keeping up with changing project conventions and priorities


Key job responsibilities


Label, generate, and ensure the quality of datasets.
Work closely with ML Data Linguists and scientists to understand data ambiguities and resolve issues in annotation guidelines.
Conduct in-depth qualitative error trend analysis, developing action plans to enhance data quality.
Collaborate with ML Data Linguists, scientists, and Ops Managers to drive innovation in processes, tracking, and annotation workflows.


A day in the life

Most days are spent collecting requirements from customers, collaborating with peers and stakeholders to complete deliverables, and recommending process improvements.

About The Team

The work that we do is confidential, but we are a highly collaborative team who obsess over our internal and external customers.

Basic Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree
Experience working with written language data, including experience with annotation and other forms of data markup
Professional English language proficiency
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, etc.)


Preferred Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics or Computational Linguistics
Interest in semantics and related areas
Ability to navigate a Unix terminal and use common command line tools
Ability to perform basic scripting and data manipulation tasks in Python
Ability to quickly grasp technical concepts and learn in-house data processing tools
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Practical knowledge of data processing needs and trade-offs
Detail-oriented with excellent communication and strong organizational skills
Team player with exceptional interpersonal skills and a solution-oriented attitude
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly-collaborative, dynamic work environment
Willingness to support several projects at one time and to accept reprioritization as necessary


Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t 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 $40,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $86,500/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.


Company - Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A3002903
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