Systems Deployment Engineer for Fulfillment Automation

Amazon; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 99,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Systems Development Engineer to lead the development and deployment of advanced fulfillment automation. You will bridge Fulfillment Center Operations with product development teams, owning deployment processes and validating new tech through lab and field tests.

Strong ownership and cross-functional collaboration are essential in this fast-paced role. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with automated material handling, embedded systems, and cross‑functional project

Qualifications

• Experience programming with modern languages (C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby).
• Experience with Linux/Unix operating environments.
• 2+ years of control system experience including PLC/IPC based designs.
• Experience with automated material handling equipment and robotics.
• Ability to read technical docs like flow diagrams and layouts.
• Understanding of embedded life-cycle hardware/software testing and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Support installation of complex cross-functional projects with multi-site impact.
• Collaborate with internal/external engineering teams to deliver high-quality projects.
• Define milestones, drive schedules, and present KPI metrics.
• Deep-dive into technical solutions for automation and material handling.
• Participate in design reviews and coordinate with vendors on specs and layouts.
• Communicate project status clearly to management and stakeholders.
• Capture VoC for new product introductions and prioritize defects with teams.
• Build relationships with FC/SC management and operations teams across sites.
• Identify process improvements to support operations and deployments.
• Travel up to 75% across North America.

Skills

C++

C#

Java

Python

Golang

PowerShell

Linux/Unix

PLC/IPC

FANUC

ABB

Tools

Linux/Unix

Industrial networking

AWS services

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Systems Development Engineer to lead the development and deployment of advanced fulfillment automation. You will bridge Fulfillment Center Operations with product development teams, owning deployment processes and validating new tech through lab and field tests.

Strong ownership and cross-functional collaboration are essential in this fast-paced role. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with automated material handling, embedded systems, and cross‑functional project