Amazon

Firmware Engineer II

Amazon • $143K — $194K *
North Reading, MA 01864In-Person
Consumer Technology
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or similar field
  • 3+ years of embedded firmware development experience
  • Proficiency in C/C++ within an embedded framework
  • Hands-on experience with RTOS or Embedded Linux
  • Solid understanding of computer architecture with MPUs and MCUs
  • Experience with integrating hardware using interfaces like I2C/SPI/UART/PCIe
  • Background in firmware development for control systems or with sensing devices.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain firmware for robotic and safety systems
  • Master multiple components in the firmware environment
  • Lead teams of firmware developers on critical projects
  • Contribute to design discussions and code reviews
  • Implement best engineering practices and maintain documentation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Mental health support and EAP services
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
The ideal candidate is a top-notch embedded software or firmware developer, passionate about building innovative solutions and enjoys solving problems in creative ways. As a part of the firmware development team, you will work on robotic control and safety systems to deliver features to enhance and maintain solutions. In addition to working on new products and ideas, you should demonstrate a strong ability to identify issues and show bias for action to drive resolution of these issues.

Key job responsibilities
• Participate as an active member of the firmware team, developing and maintaining the firmware base of our robotic and safety systems.
• Learn and master multiple components within the firmware environment, potentially including areas such as cameras, WiFi, security, navigation, sensors, and more.
• Work with and lead teams of high-caliber firmware developers on critical products.
• Share your perspective in design discussions and code reviews - speak up when you see it differently, then get behind the team's decision and help make it work.
• Demonstrate best engineering practices, documentation, and ownership.

A day in the life

As a Firmware Engineer, you'll work with cross-functional teams to develop, test, and debug modern robotic systems. The work involves participating in design discussions, exploring new approaches to hard robotics problems, and implementing new product concepts and features. Testing ranges from writing automated tests that validate new features to hands-on bench and live testing to debug and root-cause issues on real hardware.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field

- 3+ years of embedded firmware development experience

- Proficiency with C/C++ in an embedded context

- Demonstrable hands-on experience with an RTOS or Embedded Linux

- Good computer architecture fundamentals and experience with MPUs and MCUs.

- Experience with integrating hardware over interfaces such as I2C/SPI/UART/PCIe or similar.

- Experience with firmware development for control systems, or with image/visual processing, or with sensing devices such as cameras, radar, lidar, IMU

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience working in a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality design solutions

- Can work proactively and independently, meet deadlines, and deliver on projects and tasks

- Proficiency in C/C++ required; Rust a plus

- Experience with writing bare-metal firmware, including interrupt/ISR handling, and RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr, etc.)

- Experience developing Linux kernel modules or device drivers

- Experience developing board support packages (BSPs), bootloaders, device trees, hardware abstraction layer (HAL) code, and DMA/peripheral driver configuration for custom hardware

- Exposure to real-time fieldbus/motion protocols such as CAN, EtherCAT, or similar.

- Exposure to DSP or FPGA-based development

- Experience developing firmware for closed-loop feedback control algorithms with hard real-time system constraints or firmware for digital signal processing

- Experience with firmware bring-up and debugging on custom hardware

- A growing understanding of the product development lifecycle, including making sensible risk/effort trade-offs

- Familiar with building solutions that scale

- Hands-on experience developing products certified to IEC 61508 industrial safety standards, or similar standards such as medical, automotive, or avionics

- Technical knowledge in at least one of: wireless, networking, or closed-loop control systems

- Experience generating automated metrics to measure quality, effectiveness, or consistency

- Clear written communication - able to translate technically complex issues into simple, easy-to-understand concepts

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, MA, N.Reading - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
NASDAQ
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