Embedded Firmware Manager: Real-Time Safety Systems

Amazon

Bethesda (MD)

On-site

USD 185,000 - 250,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Amazon Robotics is seeking a Software Development Manager to lead an embedded software team building safety‑rated sensor processing firmware for a large autonomous robot fleet. You will guide a group of engineers who own real‑time safety applications and interfaces on multi‑core hardware, delivering firmware with IEC 61508 certification readiness.

This hands‑on leadership role blends people development with deep technical review—dive into design trades, mentor engineers, and drive high‑quality,

Qualifications

Minimum 3+ years of engineering team management experience.
Minimum 3+ years of technical leadership across the software lifecycle.
7+ years of software engineering experience.
Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

Hire, coach, and develop a high‑judgment embedded software team.
Own the technical roadmap, delivery, and operational excellence for safety‑rated firmware.
Set and uphold engineering standards across the sensor processing pipeline.
Partner with electrical, mechanical, functional safety, navigation, and manufacturing teams to close failure modes.
Represent the team in safety certification and reviews, ensuring IEC 61508 compliance.
Balance long‑term architecture with near‑term delivery for safety and performance.