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About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Data Associate to join our Alexa Data Services team. As a Data Associate, you'll play a critical role in supporting the development and improvement of Alexa's natural language understanding capabilities. You'll work with a variety of text, speech, and other types of data to identify and correct errors, and contribute to the creation of high-quality datasets that will help us improve Alexa's performance.
Key Responsibilities
As a Data Associate, your key responsibilities will include:
- Working with a range of text, speech, and other types of data to identify and correct errors
- Conveying high-quality named data, using rules provided to meet our KPIs, and utilizing in-house tools and software
- Reporting issues with tools and software as and when they occur
- Showing ownership and drive while providing input to enhancements to existing tooling that can increase the volume and quality of the data we process
- Maintaining strict confidentiality and adhering to all relevant Amazon policies for handling sensitive data
About the Team
The Alexa Data Services team is a dynamic and collaborative group that's passionate about creating high-quality datasets to support the development and improvement of Alexa's natural language understanding capabilities. We work closely with Amazon AI (ML) Science and modeling teams to provide the critical data they need to further improve Alexa's speech recognition and language understanding capabilities.
What We Offer
As a Data Associate on our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a leading-edge organization that's dedicated to simplifying everyday life for millions of people around the world. You'll receive a competitive salary, benefits package, and the chance to work on exciting projects that will help shape the future of artificial intelligence.
Essential Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. computer science, linguistics, data science)
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work an adaptable schedule/shift/workspace, including weekends, evenings, or potentially holidays
Preferred Qualifications
While not essential, the following qualifications would be highly desirable:
- Experience working with speech or language data, including experience with annotation
- Knowledge of data handling requirements and compromise
- Experience with data markup and annotation tools
- Fluency in multiple languages (e.g. Italian, English)
Skills and Competencies
To succeed in this role, you'll need to possess a range of skills and competencies, including:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
As a Data Associate on our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that will help shape the future of artificial intelligence. You'll also have access to a range of training and development opportunities, including:
- Regular training and development sessions
- Opportunities to attend industry conferences and events
- Access to online learning platforms and resources
- Regular feedback and coaching from experienced team members
Work Environment and Company Culture
As a Data Associate on our team, you'll work in a dynamic and collaborative environment that's passionate about creating high-quality datasets to support the development and improvement of Alexa's natural language understanding capabilities. We're a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we're committed to creating a workplace that's welcoming and inclusive for all employees.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
As a Data Associate on our team, you'll receive a competitive salary, benefits package, and a range of perks and benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package (e.g. health insurance, retirement plan)
- Flexible work arrangements (e.g. remote work options)
- Access to on-site amenities (e.g. gym, cafeteria)
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
How to Apply
If you're a motivated and detail-oriented individual who's passionate about working with data, we'd love to hear from you! To apply for this role, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for this position. We can't wait to hear from you!
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