Senior Software Development Engineer, Industrial Robotics

Senior Software Development Engineer, Amazon Industrial Robotics

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Amazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We are building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting‑edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at unprecedented scale, working with world‑class teams that push the boundaries of robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human‑robot interaction.

Key job responsibilities:

• Learn and master multiple components including networking/Wi‑Fi, safety systems, and a variety of sensors.
• Lead the architecture of these complex systems and break down problems to support more junior coworkers in contributing effectively. Explain progress and present simplified explanations of technical issues to project managers and other non‑technical leaders.
• Work on the edge of the technological frontier, develop novel solutions, and take measured risks when necessary.

A day in the life:

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will work with cross‑functional teams to develop, test, and debug complex modern robotic systems. The development process will involve participating in design discussions, brainstorming novel approaches to the hardest problems in robotics, and implementing new product concepts and features. Testing efforts will include writing automated tests to validate newly created features or conducting live testing to debug and root‑cause issues.

• 5+ years of non‑internship professional software development experience.
• 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language.
• 4+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems.
• Experience as a mentor, tech lead, or leading an engineering team.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of development experience in C or C++ within an embedded environment or with some aspect of robotic systems. Must include direct, hands‑on experience designing, developing, and debugging one of: consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive systems, avionics, industrial, or telecommunications product.
• Deep understanding of Hardware‑In‑the‑Loop methodology and experience with Matlab and Simulink Real Time.

• Master's degree in computer science or electrical engineering.
• 5+ years of full software development life cycle experience, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
• 6+ years of development experience within an embedded environment or with some aspect of robotic systems, including direct, hands‑on experience designing, developing, and debugging one of: consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive systems, avionics, industrial, or telecommunications product.
• 3+ years experience developing embedded C applications that use an RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, uC‑OS, Zephyr, VxWorks) and embedded Linux environments.
• In‑depth knowledge of open source Linux‑based development tools and architectures.

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The base salary range for this position is $168,100 to $227,400 USD annually. The Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental, vision, prescription coverage, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, mental health support, personal and working allowances, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

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