SW Engineer II, Sensing Application Team

Amazon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Robotics is seeking a talented Engineer to architect and develop advanced vision technologies for robotic platforms. The role involves collaboration with various teams, maintaining high standards, and mentoring fellow engineers. Candidates should have substantial software development experience and a degree in computer science.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Maternity and parental leave options

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• 2+ years in system design or architecture.
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement vision systems for robotic platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across science and operations teams.
• Prototype and test concepts via simulation and live robotic equipment.

Skills

Software development

System design

Programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Job description

Amazon Robotics is seeking a talented and motivated Engineer to architect, design, and develop technologies that deliver state-of-the-art vision capabilities across multiple robotic platforms.

Key job responsibilities

1. Architect, design, and implement vision systems for robotic platforms.
2. Influence the team's strategy and contribute to long-term vision and roadmap.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders across science and operations teams to iterate on design and implementation.
4. Maintain high standards through reviews, fault-tolerance design, operational excellence, and continuous improvement mechanisms.
5. Prototype and test concepts via simulation, emulators, and live robotic equipment.
6. Work directly with customers and partners to test prototypes and incorporate feedback.
7. Mentor other engineer team members.

A day in the life

Amazon offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; maternity and parental leave options; paid time off; and a 401(k) plan. Benefits may vary by location, employment type, and hours worked.

If your qualifications slightly differ from the list above, we still encourage you to apply! We value diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you're passionate about this role and want to make a global impact, we want to hear from you!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of professional software development experience (non-internship).
• 2+ years of experience in system design or architecture, including design patterns, reliability, and scaling.
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of full software development lifecycle experience, including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, testing, and operations.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For workplace accommodations during the application and onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations.