As a Software Development Engineer on the Alexa Hybrid Engine, Orif takes pride in making a difference in the lives of millions of people all around the globe. His team’s goal is for Alexa to reply in under a second and to work even when the device is not connected to the internet.

Orif describes the Alexa Hybrid Engine work environment as “A place where your curiosity is rewarded with opportunity and more. A great place to constantly challenge yourself and work along side with highly skilled and hard-working people to deliver one of the most exciting technologies of our time.” The team starts each day with a team standup and discusses the progress on the tasks, the issues the team is trying to solve, and brainstorms on innovative and creative solutions.

To be successful in his role, Orif considers honesty and transparent communication as essential strengths that are key to having a long-term, healthy relationship with the team. To anyone considering joining the team, he shares his best tip: “Take on tasks that appear to be beyond your competence and approach them methodically.”