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System Development Engineer II, Robotics Integration and Optimization Services at Amazon scores 20 out of 100 on AI centrality, which makes it AI Level 1 of 4 (Little AI) on this board. The level measures how much of the work is AI, not seniority.
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Design and develop control software applications and motion control algorithms for industrial automation and robotics systems.
We are looking for a System Development Engineer with a passion for developing embedded industrial software and control systems to transform the way we integrate robotics within our global network of advanced warehouses. This position is a unique opportunity to be involved in a wide range of automation projects right from the start. You will interface with multiple internal Amazon R&D and design teams as well as the world’s leading automation strategic partners who have the technology and resources to meet Amazon’s growth needs on a global scale.
This is a role in a growing team responsible for realizing the convergence of modern software development with traditional industrial control. It is an early-stage initiative with a fast paced, highly collaborative start-up like environment inside Amazon, so to be successful you need to be flexible and entrepreneurial. You are a true owner - you are hands on and you lead by example.
Key job responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain control software applications for mechatronic systems using modern software development practices, including CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
- Implement automated testing frameworks and deployment strategies to ensure code quality, reliability, and seamless integration of control systems software.
- Develop and optimize motion control algorithms, embedded programs, and real-time control systems for industrial automation.
- Drive operational excellence through monitoring, analysis, and continuous improvement of software performance metrics and system reliability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, and troubleshoot issues with mechatronic systems.
- 25% travel expected to support onsite system testing
Basic qualifications
- 4+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
- 2+ years of embedded software development experience
- Experience deploying, and supporting mechatronic systems
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience building services using AWS products
- Experience with Linux/Unix
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
- Experience with CODESYS, industrial fieldbus protocols such as Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT
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 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.
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- Tell me about a project where embedded software was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where control systems was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where robotics was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where motion control was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where automation was part of your work. What did you do?
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