Sensor Applied Scientist Amazon
North Reading, MA

Job Description

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 image 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.

As a Sensor Applied Scientist, you will help invent the future in conceiving, designing and developing innovative products where sensing and primarily cameras play a central role. You will work closely with an internal inter-disciplinary team to drive key aspects of sensor definition, execution, test and delivery. We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced start-up like environment and are highly motivated, responsive, collaborative, and detail oriented while delivering to the highest standards.

Responsibilities include:

* Serve as the technical lead for sensor software system and components through specification, simulation, calibration and validation.
* Use software tools (LightTools, Zemax etc.) to model system optics characteristics
* Work with cross-functional team to draft component specification, design reviews
* Model camera performance including simulation
* Create production calibration procedures and software
* Verify that sensor systems meet specifications
* Validate that models and simulations match expectations
* Perform hands-on bring-up, testing and troubleshooting of sensor systems
* Function as a subject matter expert on sensor modelling, calibration and validation

Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.