Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer, Robotics

Amazon is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic systems that 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 - 5+ years of professional software development in C or C++ for embedded systems 5+ years of full embedded software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations - 5+ years developing embedded C applications that use an RTOS (such as FreeRTOS, uC-OS, Zephyr, VxWorks) or embedded Linux environments - 3+ years of development experience with some aspect of robotic systems, including direct, hands-on experience designing, developing, and debugging one of: consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive systems, avionics, industrial, or telecommunications products - Experience with at least two communication protocols at the firmware layer (e.g., EtherCAT, CAN/CAN-FD, SPI, I2C, RS-485, Ethernet/UDP) - Experience debugging firmware/hardware integration issues with lab equipment (JTAG/SWD, logic analyzer, oscilloscope) Preferred: - Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field - 10+ years of full embedded software development life cycle experience - Hands-on experience with motor control firmware (BLDC/FOC, current sensing, commutation, torque/velocity/position control loops) - Experience with EtherCAT or other real-time industrial communication protocols at the firmware layer (CiA 402 / CANopen profiles) - Experience with Ethernet/UDP protocol design for embedded systems, including lightweight TCP/IP stacks (lwIP, NetX Duo) and zero-copy networking - Experience with functional safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 13849) or safety-aware firmware design (fault state machines, safe-state actions, watchdog architectures) - Experience reviewing and directing vendor-delivered firmware - Experience bringing embedded firmware from prototype through production and manufacturing release - Experience with ROS2, ros2_control, or similar robotics middleware on Linux 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, CA, Sunnyvale - 193,300.00 - 261,500.00 USD annually