Robotics - System Development Engineer
Amazon
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Austin, TX · Posted August 31, 2026
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About the job
Do you want to solve real customer problems through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on scalable services in a collaborative team environment? Do you want to see your code directly impact millions of customers worldwide?
At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. Customer obsession is part of our company DNA, which has made us one of the world's most beloved brands.
We're looking for curious minds who think big and want to define tomorrow's technology. At Amazon, you'll grow into the high-impact contributor you know you can be, supported by a culture of learning and mentorship. Every day brings exciting new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.
Key job responsibilities • Solves straightforward technical problems at the component level with tested, maintainable solutions. • Enables greater team agility via improvements to design, automation, development, test, or operations. • Identifies risks and mitigations in designs solving defined technical problems and makes trade-offs. • Able to develop software for small tools and applications. Code is tested, logical, and maintainable. • Develops Technology solutions that are simple to start but may have opportunities for optimizations, efficiencies, or scaling. • Writes clear, accurate and concise documentation. • Performs basic troubleshooting which mitigates issue for team or customer impact. • Performs simulations on workcell or equipment performance and publishes metrics that can be used to monitor effectiveness of a program
A day in the life - Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related discipline - Are 18 years of age or older - Experience coding, scripting, automating in at least one language (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, Ruby, or PowerShell) - Experience with open-source technologies (e.g. Linux, Spring, React) - Experience with automating and simplifying team development, test, and operations processes - Experience with distributed computing, programs and systems - Experience with TCP/ICP networking fundamentals and application of IP protocols such as: DNS, DHCP, NTP, SMTP, and SNMP
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 starting pay for this position is listed below. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits .
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