Python Automation Testing Jobs in Bothell, WA (NOW HIRING)

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
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of systems design, software development, operations, automation, and process improvement experience
- Experience designing or implementing integrated automation solutions such as material handling systems, high-speed packaging lines, or manufacturing lines
- Experience in PLC based controls design, development, implementation and support
- 5+ years machine control code development experience with practical experience in structured text
- Experience in Allen-Bradley PLCs, TwinCAT IPCs and Soft PLCs/IPCs
- Experience utilizing software development best practices for code management and code reviews
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations
- Experience developing controls code utilizing Codesys platform
- Experience with industrial automation and controls system design
- Experience with industrial fieldbus protocols such as Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT
- Experience with industrial automation safety design
- Embedded programming experience with C/C++, Java, Python, or similar languages
- Experience with HMI design and development
- Ability to recognize and implement improvements to the human aspects of systems development, implementation, and use
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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, VA, Arlington - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually