Robotics - Embedded Software Development Engineer

Amazon is hiring a Robotics - Embedded Software Development Engineer . It pays $129k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this software engineer role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include computer vision, embedded systems and robotics.
Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
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AI in this role

Design and develop embedded software and autonomous robotics systems for Amazon's global fulfillment network.

computer-visionembedded-systemsroboticssoftware-developmentcsafety-standards

Do you want to solve real customer problems through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on scalable services in a collaborative team environment? Do you want to see your code directly impact millions of customers worldwide?
At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. Customer obsession is part of our company DNA, which has made us one of the world's most beloved brands.

Our Robotics Embedded Software Development Engineers (SDEs) use modern technology to solve complex problems while seeing their work's impact first-hand. The challenges SDEs solve at Amazon are meaningful and influence millions of customers, sellers, and products globally. We seek individuals passionate about creating new products, features, and services while managing ambiguity in an environment where development cycles are measured in weeks, not years. You will work on large-scale fleet of robotics systems deployed across our global fulfillment network. The code you write directly supports warehouse associates in their daily work, enables efficient order fulfillment, and advances the capabilities of autonomous robotics in real-world operations.

At Amazon, we believe in ownership at every level. As an SDE-I, you'll own the entire lifecycle of your code - from design through deployment and ongoing operations. This ownership mindset, combined with our commitment to operational excellence, ensures we deliver the highest quality solutions for our customers.

We're looking for curious minds who think big and want to define tomorrow's technology. At Amazon, you'll grow into the high-impact engineer you know you can be, supported by a culture of learning and mentorship. Every day brings exciting new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.

In this role, you'll collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines, working with mechanical, electrical, cloud software, fleet management, manufacturing, cybersecurity and field support teams. You'll explore the latest development of AI and secure edge development on resource-constrained embedded systems while adhering to rigorous safety standards and implementing deterministic behavior that protects people interacting with automated robotic solutions.

Key job responsibilities
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to design, build, and operate innovative products and services that delight our customers, while participating in technical discussions to drive solutions forward.

- Design and develop scalable solutions using cloud-native architectures and microservices in a large distributed computing environment.

- Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation.

- Build and maintain resilient distributed systems that are scalable, fault-tolerant, and cost-effective.

- Leverage and contribute to the development of GenAI and AI-powered tools to enhance development productivity while staying current with emerging technologies.

- Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.

- Work in an agile environment practicing CI/CD principles while participating in operational responsibilities including on-call duties.

- Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues.

- Design and develop embedded software for safety-critical robotics systems using modern languages (C/C++/Rust, or willingness to learn), with a focus on writing clean, maintainable code that meets safety and reliability standards

- Debug and optimize embedded systems in both lab and field environments, developing creative solutions to complex hardware-software integration challenges

About the team
Learn more about Robotics at Amazon:

https://amazon.jobs/en/teams/amazon-robotics

https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/operations/amazon-robotics-robots-fulfillment-center

https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/operations/amazon-million-robots-ai-foundation-model

Basic qualifications

- Are 18 years of age or older
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles
- Experience with programming languages C/C++ and Python

Preferred qualifications

- Experience from previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience
- Experience with Cloud platforms (preferably AWS), database systems (SQL and NoSQL), AI tools for development productivity, contributing to open-source projects, and/or version control systems
- Experience in optimization mathematics such as linear programming and nonlinear optimization
- Experience with distributed, multi-tiered systems, algorithms, and relational databases
- Experience within Robotics, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Optimization, Manipulation, Perception, Motion Planning and Controls, Movement, Autonomous Navigation, Path Planning, or related

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.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

N.Reading, MA, USA - 129,000.00 USD Annually
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How we rate this

Robotics - Embedded Software Development Engineer at Amazon rates 20 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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

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Key facts

Robotics - Embedded Software Development Engineer is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $129k a year.
The role is based in US, MA, North Reading.
The job was posted on August 31, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Computer visionEmbedded SystemsRoboticsSoftware DevelopmentCSafety Standards

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Pay

This job starts at: $129k
Typical software engineer job: $167k

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