Software Development Engineer II, Applied Automation ControlsEmbedded Software
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
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Posted on:
7 days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer specializing in controls and embedded software to join our robotics team developing advanced workcell automation this role you will design develop and deploy real-time control systems that orchestrate complex robotic manipulation tasks within automated workcells. You will work at the intersection of embedded systems motion control and distributed software architecture to deliver reliable high-performance automation solutions for production environments.
Key job responsibilities
- Design and implement real-time embedded control software for robotic workcells including motion controllers trajectory planners and sensor integration modules that enable precise manipulation and coordination of robotic systems.
- Develop software architectures that balance real-time performance constraints with maintainability and extensibility ensuring control systems can reliably execute complex automation sequences with microsecond-level timing precision.
- Own the development of control algorithms and embedded software components within the Workcell Controls Architecture working closely with the TCC (Transfer Cartesian Cell) orchestration layer to integrate motion primitives and coordinate multi-robot operations.
- Partner with hardware teams to define control interfaces implement device drivers and optimize software performance for embedded platforms including PLCs industrial PCs and real-time operating systems.
- Lead technical design reviews and contribute to architecture decisions that impact the scalability reliability and performance of our control systems.
- Mentor team members on embedded systems best practices real-time programming techniques and controls engineering principles.
- Participate in on-call rotations to support production systems and drive root cause analysis for control system issues.
A day in the life
Lead technical design reviews and contribute to architecture decisions that impact the scalability reliability and performance of our control systems. Mentor team members on embedded systems best practices real-time programming techniques and controls engineering principles. Participate in on-call rotations to support production systems and drive root cause analysis for control system issues.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that assist you and eligible family members including domestic partners. 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 wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!
About the team
You will join a focused team of approximately 10 Software Development Engineers working at the forefront of robotic workcell automation. Our team is responsible for developing and maintaining the core software systems that power automated manipulation solutions with primary focus areas including manipulation systems Workcell Controls Architecture (WCA) and Transfer Cartesian Cell (TCC) development. We operate in a highly partnership focused environment where engineers work closely across disciplines to solve complex technical problems that span embedded systems real-time control motion planning and distributed software architecture.
- 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
- 2 years of software development engineer or related occupational experience
- 4 years of designing and developing large-scale multi-tiered multi-threaded embedded or distributed software applications tools systems and services using: C# C Java or Perl experience
- 2 years of Object Oriented Design experience
- Bachelors degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science Engineering Mathematics or a related field
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
- Knowledge of professional software engineering & best practices for full software development life cycle including coding standards software architectures code reviews source control management continuous deployments testing and operational excellence
- Experience designing or architecting (design patterns reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems
- 3 years of full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations experience
- Experience in embedded development in C/C
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Key job responsibilities
- Design and implement real-time embedded control software for robotic workcells including motion controllers trajectory planners and sensor integration modules that enable precise manipulation and coordination of robotic systems.
- Develop software architectures that balance real-time performance constraints with maintainability and extensibility ensuring control systems can reliably execute complex automation sequences with microsecond-level timing precision.
- Own the development of control algorithms and embedded software components within the Workcell Controls Architecture working closely with the TCC (Transfer Cartesian Cell) orchestration layer to integrate motion primitives and coordinate multi-robot operations.
- Partner with hardware teams to define control interfaces implement device drivers and optimize software performance for embedded platforms including PLCs industrial PCs and real-time operating systems.
- Lead technical design reviews and contribute to architecture decisions that impact the scalability reliability and performance of our control systems.
- Mentor team members on embedded systems best practices real-time programming techniques and controls engineering principles.
- Participate in on-call rotations to support production systems and drive root cause analysis for control system issues.
A day in the life
Lead technical design reviews and contribute to architecture decisions that impact the scalability reliability and performance of our control systems. Mentor team members on embedded systems best practices real-time programming techniques and controls engineering principles. Participate in on-call rotations to support production systems and drive root cause analysis for control system issues.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that assist you and eligible family members including domestic partners. 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 wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!
About the team
You will join a focused team of approximately 10 Software Development Engineers working at the forefront of robotic workcell automation. Our team is responsible for developing and maintaining the core software systems that power automated manipulation solutions with primary focus areas including manipulation systems Workcell Controls Architecture (WCA) and Transfer Cartesian Cell (TCC) development. We operate in a highly partnership focused environment where engineers work closely across disciplines to solve complex technical problems that span embedded systems real-time control motion planning and distributed software architecture.
- 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
- 2 years of software development engineer or related occupational experience
- 4 years of designing and developing large-scale multi-tiered multi-threaded embedded or distributed software applications tools systems and services using: C# C Java or Perl experience
- 2 years of Object Oriented Design experience
- Bachelors degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science Engineering Mathematics or a related field
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
- Knowledge of professional software engineering & best practices for full software development life cycle including coding standards software architectures code reviews source control management continuous deployments testing and operational excellence
- Experience designing or architecting (design patterns reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems
- 3 years of full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations experience
- Experience in embedded development in C/C
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt 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 MA - 143700.00 - 194400.00 USD annually
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