System Development Engineer, Automation Integration Technologies

System Development Engineer

Amazon is building the next generation software, hardware, and processes to run our state-of-the-art global fulfillment network that moves many millions of units of inventory, ensuring that customers get what they want when promised. We are constantly innovating in the ways we are automating and accelerating the delivery of packages which includes custom robotics, mechatronics, conveyance, supply chain optimization, machine learning, manipulation, image processing, and real-time data processing using distributed systems.

We are looking for a System Development Engineer with a passion for industrial software and control systems to transform the way we integrate robotics within our global network of advanced warehouses. This position is a unique opportunity to be involved in a wide range of automation projects right from the start. You will interface with multiple internal Amazon R&D and design teams as well as the world's leading automation strategic partners who have the technology and resources to meet Amazon's growth needs on a global scale.

This is a role in a growing team responsible for realizing the convergence of modern software development with traditional industrial control. It is an early-stage initiative with a fast paced, highly collaborative start-up like environment inside Amazon, so be successful you need to be flexible and entrepreneurial. You are a true owner - you are hands on and you lead by example.

Key job responsibilities:

• Develop core machine control logic for industrial edge devices (e.g. PLCs, IPCs)
• Design, simplify and continuously improve system controls architecture including machine control code, networking, electrical design and safety design
• Identify and implement system optimizations
• Integrate control systems with a diverse array of sensors, actuators, motors, and software services
• Work closely with deployment teams to implement end-to-end solutions in the field
• 50% travel expected to support onsite system testing