About the role

What will you do at Amazon?

Join Amazon Robotics and help transform how the world moves goods through

innovative robotic solutions. As a Software Engineer II, you'll partner with a

talented, multidisciplinary team to design and develop the sensor and compute

components that power our robotic systems, directly impacting the experiences of

millions of customers worldwide.

We are seeking an passionate, talented and motivated Embedded Software Engineer

to spearhead the research and development of next generation sensor and compute

technology in robotics. We are a cross-disciplinary team aiming to enable broad

use cases of sensor technology in Amazon Fulfillment network.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded systems and

sensors. The candidate should have strong technical expertise to deliver

independently, as well as great stewardship skills to drive multiple projects

with internal teams and external partners. We will guide you to make this

journey fulfilling, rewarding and fun.

Key job responsibilities

- Research emerging sensor technologies and evaluate potential applications in

Amazon fulfillment network.

- Partner with hardware, software, test and operations teams as well as third

party suppliers to develop next generation 2D & 3D sensors and computers.

- Architect software design, define requirements, write system specification and

create test plans.

- Design and develop embedded software including device drivers and camera

drivers.

- Advise internal teams on sensor stack design and integration.

- Aide product release to manufacturing and customer deployment.

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family

members, including domestic partners.

Benefits

can vary by location, the number

of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such

as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to

regular, full-time employees include:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options

3. Paid Time Off (PTO)

4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you

exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with

unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this

role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply

About the team

The Matrix team builds cloud and edge solutions used across Amazon Robotics.

Basic

Qualifications

- 3+ years of non-internship professional software
development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns,
reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- 3+ years of software development engineer or related occupational experience
- 1+ years of designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered,
multi-threaded, embedded or distributed software applications, tools, systems,
and services using: C#, C++, Java, or Perl experience
- 2+ years of Object Oriented Design experience
- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering,
Mathematics, or a related field
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language

Preferred Qualifications

- 3+ years of full software development life cycle,
including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build
processes, testing, and operations experience
- Knowledge of Python and/or C++ programming
- Experience with embedded Linux Kernel, device drivers and build.
- Familiar with electronic schematics, board bring up and test equipment (such
as signal analyzers, oscilloscopes etc.)
- Experience with sensors, including but not limited to camera, stereo camera,
time-of-flight sensors, Radar, and Lidar.
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
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contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package
will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final
compensation will be determined based on factors including experience,
qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits
including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &
AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health
Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy
Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits
[https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits].
USA, MA, North Reading - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

Which skills does this role require?

Embedded systemsC++JavaC#Object oriented designSensor technologyRoboticsSystem architectureHardware integrationEmbedded softwareComputeCamera driversBuild processesAmazon RoboticsFulfillment networkEdge solutionsCloud solutionsMulti-threadedDistributed systemsManufacturing

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