Sensor Firmware Engineer

Job description

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 team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers' experiences in ways we can't even image yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

Job Overview – You will work with the sensor development team writing real time firmware and higher level vision algorithms to support sensor systems for robotic operations. You will work closely with hardware, systems and mechanical engineers in developing world class sensor systems. This work will involve the full range of product development from writing scrappy level code to quickly evaluate sensor types to writing production level code. You'll work with the team to develop test and calibration fixtures to ensure the sensors perform as intended and could be part of a safety system.

Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.

Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical, Computer or other engineering discipline, ideally with formal training or experience in embedded development of vision systems
· Proficiency in C++, and Python
· Low level system experience with Linux, device drivers and multicore and/or multi-processor systems
· Experience diagnosing and debugging complex, distributed system issues, and the ability to quickly diagnose and solve difficult problems
· Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and capable of working both in an individual and team environment.
· Demonstrable skills in developing testable code, test fixtures, and supporting a test-driven architecture
· Must be comfortable working with existing code, debugging and fixing code not developed by you
· Proficient oral and written communications skills and collaborates well in a team environment