JobsSr. Embedded Engineer, Amazon Robotics
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Sr. Embedded Engineer, Amazon Robotics

Amazon

Location

North Reading, MA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/29/2026

Compensation

$168,100 - $227,400 per year

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Job description

The role of Embedded Software Engineer at Amazon Robotics involves developing and maintaining safety and non-safety rated robotic systems. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to create innovative solutions that prioritize both performance and safety. The firmware team is dedicated to applying advanced technology to solve real-world challenges while ensuring a user-friendly experience. This position offers the opportunity to make a global impact on millions of customers.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming experience with at least one software programming language
  • 5+ years of experience leading design or architecture of new and existing systems
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead, or leading an engineering team
  • 5+ years of development experience in C or C++ within an embedded environment or with robotic systems
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
  • Familiarity with developing in a safety standards controlled environment such as IEC 61508 or ISO 26262

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain both safety and non-safety rated systems for Amazon's autonomous robot fleet.
  • Learn and master multiple components including networking, security, and various sensors.
  • Participate in the architecture of complex systems and collaborate with coworkers to achieve team goals.
  • Provide feedback in the peer review process and communicate effectively with technical leadership.
  • Create solutions that balance world-class performance and safety.
  • Engage in the design process, analyze potential safety hazards, and implement new products and features.
  • Write automated tests or conduct live testing to debug and root cause issues.

Benefits

  • Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.

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