Software Development Engineer, Amazon Robotics
DESCRIPTION
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, collaborative team of doers that applies cutting edge advances in robotics and software to real-world challenges!
We are inventing a foundational platform which will transform warehouse robotics through innovative and efficient robot designs and software which makes it easy to deploy and scale robotic systems. The team is seeking exceptional Software Engineers to help build and scale this platform across the Amazon warehouse network.
Key job responsibilities
This is a brand new system which is a critical priority for the Robotics organization. As a key member, you will:
* Conceive, design and develop components to solve robotics problems at scale
* Collaborate across teams to create software which drives hardware
* Prototype new concepts or features through simulators, emulators and with live robotic equipment in the lab
* Work directly with internal customers and see the impact of your products in the field
A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their 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:
1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 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!
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
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
- Strong experience with C++
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 working on software libraries and tools for building robot applications and/or communication middleware.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.