Program Manager II - AMZ26173.4

Amazon is hiring a Program Manager II - AMZ26173.4 in New York, United States. It pays $107k-$143k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

Level's read on this job

Level rates this role Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Cat Tools, localization and llm.
Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
Level lists 21,000+ other open roles at Amazon.
The role was posted within the past two weeks.

AI in this role

Manage end-to-end localization projects and contribute to LLM-based model development with applied scientists.

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Employer: Amazon Advertising LLC
Position: Program Manager II - AMZ26173.4
Location: New York, NY

Multiple Positions Available:

Manage localization projects end-to-end including text, video and
image content, working closely with language specialists, applied
scientists, software engineers, internal business partners, external
vendors and other departments.
Contribute to LLM-based model development in collaboration with
applied scientists and software engineers, defining operational
requirements and quality thresholds.
Develop customer-based project plans and workflows; manage time,
budget, resources and quality control for localization programs.
Monitor external vendor quality and investigate quality variation,
ensuring best in class marketing content and adherence to brand
localization standards.
Set up projects in proprietary CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation)
tool, resolve CAT-tool related client and vendor issues and address
knowledge gaps.
Create schedules, identify and communicate risks to stakeholders,
define risk mitigation strategies, and facilitate appropriate localization
solutions.
Develop system requirements to streamline and simplify tools used to
manage and enhance localization productivity, accuracy, and
effectiveness.
Write, edit, review and maintain localization process documents and
technical specifications.
Manage third party Language Service Provider relationships by
establishing project requirements and leading cost negotiations.
Manage cross-functional teams and/or third party vendors for
implementation of localization project/program requirements.
Develop, implement, and govern KPI reporting for a portfolio of
localization programs, providing visibility to the milestones and
performance across all projects, and using this data to drive/influence
business decisions.
Up to 30% domestic and/or international travel may be required.

(40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $107120 - $142800)

Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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Basic qualifications

Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Engineering, Linguistics, or a related field and one year of experience in the job offered or as a Program/Project Manager, or a related occupation.
One year of experience in the following skills:
• Managing localization projects from initiation to delivery for large-scale international content programs;
• Experience with collaborating with applied scientists and software engineers on the development of AI-based models;
• Experience with Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools, translation management systems, and localization quality assurance processes;
• Experience in program management, including managing, planning, organizing, scheduling, and tracking of localization projects from initiation, planning, execution, and delivery;
• Experience working with language service providers, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring translation/localization quality standards in a consumer market segment company or related industry.

The base pay range for this position in New York City is USD $107120 - $142800 (yr). Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on payment and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site.

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Preferred qualifications

All applicants must meet all the above listed requirements.

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

How we rate this

Program Manager II - AMZ26173.4 at Amazon rates 65 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Works on AI (AI Level 3 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Works on AI. The daily work is on AI products, without building the model.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Program Manager II - AMZ26173.4 is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 3 of 4: Works on AI.
The listed salary is $107k-$143k a year.
The role is based in US, NY, New York.
The job was posted on October 13, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

LocalizationLLMProject ManagementCross Functional LeadershipCat Tools

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where localization was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where llm was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where project management was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where cross functional leadership was part of your work. What did you do?
Walk me through how you've used Cat Tools in your day-to-day work.

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