Embedded Software Development Engineer II, Amazon

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an innovative Embedded Software Development Engineer to join their dynamic Prime Air team. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology to solve real-world delivery challenges. You'll be involved in designing and developing critical features for embedded applications that power advanced drone technology. If you thrive in an iterative environment and are passionate about driving innovation, this position is perfect for you. Join a team of top-notch developers and make a significant impact in the world of delivery solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience in embedded development and firmware.
• Comfortable with hardware/software debugging.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded applications for Prime Air Drone.
• Perform root cause analysis for functional issues.
• Collaborate with hardware teams to enable new functionality.

Skills

Embedded Firmware Development

C/C++ Programming

Debugging Hardware

Design Patterns

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Logic Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

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Description

Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization.

How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and—most importantly—safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog (https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos).

If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.

Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team!

Prime Air is seeking an experienced experienced Embedded Software Development Engineer who combines superb technical, research and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly and effectively. Experience with firmware development, board bring-up, and debugging issues spanning the hardware/software boundary are critical. Previous experience in developing safety-critical software is also valued. A successful candidate will be comfortable working with a team of top-notch developers and collaborating with our research teams. We’re looking for someone who innovates, and loves solving hard problems! You will work hard, have fun, and of course, make history!

Export Control License: This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.

Key job responsibilities

• Design, develop and test critical features for embedded applications and platforms that power the Prime Air Drone.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement fixes for complex functional and performance issues.
• Collaborate with our hardware teams and vendors to enable new computing hardware and functionality.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• 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
• 3+ years of embedded firmware development experience
• Experience in embedded development in C/C++
• Experience with board bring-up and debugging hardware through the use of logic analyzers, oscilloscopes etc.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
• Experience with battery management systems and/or propulsion
  
  

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.


Company - Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A2927556

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Software Development

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