Description

We're seeking a Systems Development Engineer to join Amazon Robotics and Tech Deployment Systems Integration team, focusing on developing sophisticated scripts and cloud-native solutions for commissioning and testing our robotic systems. You'll be part of a team that ensures the commissioning and deployment processes of our robotics solutions through advanced scripting, AWS infrastructure, front-end development, and commissioning package creation.

As a Systems Development Engineer at Amazon Robotics, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining critical cloud-based scripts and solutions for our robotics commissioning and testing infrastructure. Your primary focus will be designing and implementing robust, scalable scripts that power our robotics testing workflows, leveraging AWS services for maximum efficiency and reliability. You will be responsible for developing sophisticated automated scripts, cloud-native continuous integration pipelines, and intuitive user interfaces using HTML and modern front-end technologies that ensure the reliability and usability of our robotic systems.

In this role, you'll implement efficient AWS-based scripting solutions for real-time robotics control and data processing, working at the intersection of infrastructure and hardware to create seamless interfaces between various system components. A significant part of your role will involve developing AWS-powered scripts for data analysis, visualization, and performance monitoring, enabling our teams to optimize robotic system performance and identify potential improvements. You'll create user-friendly HTML-based interfaces that allow operators to effectively monitor and control testing procedures while ensuring secure and efficient cloud integration.



Key job responsibilities
- Work with internal and external engineering teams to successfully deliver cross-functional dev work that is of high-quality
- Contribute to project priorities, establishing milestones, and driving schedules to meet deadlines within an agile framework. Establish, capture and present KPI metrics to evaluate success and failure of projects.
- Responsible to deep dive technical solutions that encompass advanced technology applications, conveyor hardware selection, material handling integration, and commissioning content and expectations.
- Develop and maintain commissioning packages that include scripts, validation procedures, and deployment documentation for robotic systems.
- Participate in design reviews and support execution efforts between internal teams and outside vendors including equipment specifications, material flow, process design, and site layout.
- Create AWS-based automation scripts for deployment workflows, system monitoring, and infrastructure management.
- Develop front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for commissioning dashboards and testing tools.
- Communicate project status, effectively answer project questions in detail, and regularly produce clear and concise summaries for the projects you own to your program management team.
- Capture and synthesize the Voice of Customer (VoC) for all new product introductions and leverage this information to prioritize system defects and influence the triage efforts with Product Development teams applying lessons learned to enable acceleration and deployment scale.
- Develop cross-functional knowledge of Operations and Engineering team systems, processes, procedures, and tools.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to generate high-quality, cost-effective solutions with quick turnaround.
- Work within agile methodologies, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Travel up to 75% throughout North America, which can vary based on peak seasons.

A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children can use. 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, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

About the team
We are a dynamic group of Systems Development Engineers who build the foundation for deploying and validating robotic solutions across Amazon's global robotics fields. We are a collaborative team of automation specialists working at the intersection of cloud computing, scripting, and robotics.

What Makes Our Team Special:
- We're a fast-moving team that directly impacts Amazon's robotics deployment worldwide
- We combine scripting expertise with AWS and robotics knowledge to solve complex automation challenges
- Our work spans from cloud infrastructure to front-end interface design, offering broad technical exposure
- We maintain a culture of innovation where new ideas are welcomed and implemented quickly

Our Culture:
- Strong emphasis on mentorship and professional growth
- Regular knowledge-sharing sessions and technical deep-dives
- Balance of autonomous work and pair programming
- Data-driven decision making
- Commitment to operational excellence
- Agile mindset with iterative development
- Open environment that values diverse perspectives

Team Structure:
- Mix of senior and junior Systems Development Engineers
- Technical product managers
- Cross-functional collaboration with robotics engineers and operations teams

Growth Opportunities:
- Mentorship from experienced engineers
- Regular training and certification opportunities (AWS, agile methodologies)
- Career development paths in both technical and leadership tracks
- Exposure to innovative robotics and cloud technologies

Join us if you're passionate about:
- Building innovative scripting solutions that scale globally
- Working with AWS services and cloud infrastructure
- Developing front-end interfaces for commissioning and testing tools
- Creating comprehensive commissioning packages
- Working in agile environments
- Contributing to the future of automation
- Solving complex technical challenges
- Being part of a collaborative and supportive team