Senior Software Eng, Amazon Robotics

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon in Seattle, WA is seeking a Software Engineer for the Vulcan team to build end-to-end robotic systems that blend hardware and software innovation. You will design computer vision algorithms, develop ML models for robotic decision-making, and optimize motion planning for real-world deployment.

You will collaborate with hardware engineers, roboticists, and data scientists to integrate software into working workcells, monitor performance, run A/B tests, and troubleshoot across lab and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
• Experience building complex software systems involving deep learning, ML and computer vision.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy computer vision and machine learning systems for robots.
• Build and optimize robotic control and motion planning algorithms for real-world deployment.
• Implement monitoring, fault detection, and diagnostics for robotic systems at scale.
• Conduct large-scale model training, simulation, and A/B testing to improve performance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate software with robotic hardware and manage deployment lifecycle.

Skills

Software development

Deep learning

Computer vision

Leadership / mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

Job ID: 10522650 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Join us in building intelligent robotic systems that perceive, learn, and act in the real world. You'll develop the computer vision, machine learning, and control systems that power our first-of-its-kind robotic workcells, working across prototypes in the lab and deployed systems at scale.

As a Software Engineer on the Vulcan team, you’ll work on end-to-end robotic systems that combine hardware and software innovation. Your day might include designing and implementing computer vision algorithms for object detection, developing machine learning models for robotic decision‑making, or optimizing motion planning systems for real‑world deployment. You’ll partner with hardware engineers, roboticists, and data scientists to integrate your software into functioning workcells. You’ll also participate in monitoring system performance, conducting A/B tests on new features, and troubleshooting issues as they arise in both controlled lab environments and production deployments. This role offers the opportunity to see your code directly impact physical systems and to learn from an interdisciplinary team building every layer of the robotic stack.

Key job responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy computer vision and machine learning systems that enable robots to perceive and grasp their environment
• Build and optimize robotic control algorithms and motion planning systems for real-world deployment scenarios
• Implement end-to-end monitoring, fault detection, and diagnostic tools to ensure robotic systems operate reliably at scale
• Conduct large-scale model training, simulation, and A/B testing to validate and improve system performance
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate software components with robotic hardware and manage the full deployment lifecycle

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

About the team

We are building the next generation of robotic automation at Amazon. Our team combines software engineers, roboticists, and hardware specialists working toward a common vision of intelligent, adaptable robotic systems. We serve internal Amazon operations and external customers who rely on our robotic solutions to improve their productivity and efficiency. Over the coming years, we’re focused on expanding the capabilities of our robotic fleet—making systems more autonomous, more adaptable to different environments, and more reliable at scale. As a member of this team, you’ll help shape how robots learn and operate in complex, real-world settings. We value partnership, continuous learning, and the diverse perspectives that help us solve hard technical problems collectively.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
• 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
• Experience building complex software systems, especially involving deep learning, machine learning and computer vision, that have been successfully delivered to customers
• Experience building computer vision systems, ML and AI models, robotic control and motion planning, and process management.
• Experience building computer vision systems, ML and AI models, robotic control and motion planning, and process management.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ 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

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.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Seattle - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually