Embedded Software Development Engineer, Sensor & Compute

- 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
- High level of proficiency with C/C++.
- 3+ years experience of direct hands-on full embedded software development cycle, including design, prototype, development, coding standard, code review, source control, test, build, release, manufacturing, and deployment.
- 3+ years experience implementing signal processing algorithms using Verilog and HDL tools.
- Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of Python scripting language
- Experience using English communication skills, both written and verbal, to foster seamless interaction with stakeholders at all levels
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience in managing and troublshooting network
- 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 (such as signal analyzers, oscilloscopes etc.)
- Experience with sensors, including but not limited to camera, stereo camera, time-of-flight sensors, Radar, and Lidar.
- Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program

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USA, MA, North Reading - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually
Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply pioneering advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even image yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and guidance that you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

We are seeking a talented, partnership-focused, and motivated Embedded Software Engineer to research and develop next generation sensor and compute technology in robotics. We are a cross-disciplinary team aiming to enable broad use cases of sensing and compute technologies in Amazon fulfillment network.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded systems, FPGA development, and sensors. The candidate need to have strong technical expertise to deliver independently, as well as great stewardship skills to work on 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 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.
- Design and develop embedded and FPGA software

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!