Embedded Sensor Software Development Engineer, Amazon Robotics

Amazon; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Embedded Sensor Software Development Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will research and develop cutting-edge sensor technologies that will revolutionize the fulfillment network. You will collaborate with hardware and operations teams, develop embedded systems to enable AI on edge computing, and contribute to the design and integration of sensor stacks. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact the future of robotics and software solutions in a fast-paced environment, where your contributions will be valued and recognized. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in developing embedded applications.
• High proficiency in C/C++ programming and Linux environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate emerging sensor technologies for applications.
• Collaborate with teams to develop new sensors and systems.
• Support product release to manufacturing and customer deployment.

Skills

C/C++ Programming

Embedded Systems

Linux Environment

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

BA/BS/MS in Computer Science

BA/BS/MS in Computer Engineering

BA/BS/MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Sensor Technologies

Signal Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

ROS

Job description

Embedded Sensor Software Development Engineer, Amazon Robotics

Job ID: 2934391 | Amazon.com Services LLC

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 cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges 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 support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

We are seeking a talented 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 sensor technology in Amazon Fulfillment network. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong interest in embedded systems and sensors. The candidate need to work well both independently and in team settings.

Key job responsibilities
- Research emerging sensor technologies and evaluate potential applications in Amazon fulfillment network.
- Collaborate with hardware teams, operations teams and third party suppliers to develop new sensors.
- Develop embedded systems to enable Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Edge Computing
- Build sensor development and evaluation infrastructure, such as data processing and visualization tools.
- Advise internal teams on sensor stack design and integration.
- Support product release to manufacturing and customer deployment.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- BA/BS/MS in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or related discipline.
- High level of proficiency with C/C++ programming languages.
- 1+ year of software development experience developing embedded applications.
- Experience developing and debugging software using a Linux environment
- Demonstrable skills in designing and developing logical, modular and maintainable software
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills with a high level of attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with sensors, including but not limited to camera, stereo camera, time-of-flight sensors, Radar, Lidar.
- Experience with sensor processing and applications, including but not limited to sensor fusion, computer vision, Machine Learning (ML), AI, Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM), ROS.
- Familiar with networking, TCP/IP
- Familiar with electronic schematics and test equipment (such as signal analyzers, oscilloscopes etc.)

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