Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.
Key job responsibilities
Scientists take on big unanswered questions and guide development team to state-of-the-art solutions. We want to hear from you if you have deep industry experience in the Mechatronics domain and have led a team of scientists through the full product cycle from concept to launch. You bring to the team :
- the ability to think big and conceive of new ideas and novel solutions;
- the insight to correctly identify those worth exploring;
- the hands-on skills to quickly develop proofs-of-concept;
- the rigor to conduct careful experimental evaluations;
- the discipline to fast-fail when data refutes theory;
- and the fortitude to continue exploring until your solution is found
A day in the life
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!
- Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
PhD in Robotics or Engineering or MS with significant industry experience.
- Experience in relevant industry or academic applied research in low level Robotics, Controls or Mechatronics
- Experience leading a team of scientists
Experience in areas such as (but not limited to) impedance/force control, model predictive/adaptive control, optimization, state estimation
Familiarity with developing controls systems for multi-DOF robots
Drive and experience to apply algorithm research to real systems. Proven ability in developing practical solutions to complex problems.
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