Embedded Software Development Engineer - Sensor & Compute, Amazon Robotics (AR)

Amazon - Reading, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Reading, MA

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About the position

The Embedded Software Development Engineer at Amazon Robotics will focus on researching and developing next-generation sensor and compute technology for robotics applications. This role involves collaboration across various teams to enable the integration of advanced sensing and computing technologies within the Amazon fulfillment network, ultimately enhancing customer experiences through innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Research emerging sensor technologies and evaluate potential applications in Amazon fulfillment network.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, test and operations teams as well as third party suppliers to develop next generation 2D & 3D sensors and compute platforms.
• Define system requirements, write specifications, and create test plans.
• Design and develop embedded systems to enable Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Edge Computing.
• Advise internal teams on sensing & compute solution design and integration.
• Support product release to manufacturing and customer deployment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language
• High level of proficiency with C/C++
• 3+ years experience of direct hands-on full embedded software development cycle.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
• Experience with embedded Linux Kernel, device drivers and build
• Familiar with electronic schematics, board bring up and test equipment
• Familiar with Python programming language
• Experience with sensors, including camera, stereo camera, time-of-flight sensors, Radar, and Lidar
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent leadership, teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan