Robotics Firmware Engineer II — Embedded Systems & Control

Amazon; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 144,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RSUs

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join the robotics firmware team, delivering control and safety features for dynamic environments. You'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams on cameras, navigation, sensors, and communication interfaces, while maintaining a robust firmware base on real hardware.

The role emphasizes hands‑on development, design reviews, and a bias for action to resolve issues quickly. A strong background in embedded C/C++, RTOS, and hardware interfaces is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of embedded firmware development experience.
• Proficiency with C/C++ in an embedded context.
• Demonstrable hands‑on experience with an RTOS or Embedded Linux.
• Experience with interfaces such as I2C/SPI/UART/PCIe and hardware sensors.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an active member of the firmware team, developing and maintaining the firmware base of our robotic and safety systems.
• Learn and master multiple components within the firmware environment, potentially including cameras, WiFi, security, navigation, sensors, and more.
• Work with and lead teams of high-caliber firmware developers on critical products.
• Share your perspective in design discussions and code reviews and help implement team decisions.
• Demonstrate best engineering practices, documentation, and ownership.

Skills

C/C++ in embedded context

RTOS or Embedded Linux

Hands-on hardware interfaces (I2C/SPI/

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

FreeRTOS

Zephyr

Linux kernel modules

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join the robotics firmware team, delivering control and safety features for dynamic environments. You'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams on cameras, navigation, sensors, and communication interfaces, while maintaining a robust firmware base on real hardware.

The role emphasizes hands‑on development, design reviews, and a bias for action to resolve issues quickly. A strong background in embedded C/C++, RTOS, and hardware interfaces is required.