Senior Systems Developer - Robotics , AWS Data Center Engineering

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Are you excited by the opportunity to shape the future of autonomous systems in the cloud? Do you want to design and build scalable solutions that power AWS’s global infrastructure? If so, you will be a perfect fit for AWS Data Centers. Our team is at the forefront of integrating robotics into one of the world’s largest and most complex technology infrastructures. We work at the cutting edge of automation, developing the frameworks, APIs, and security systems that enable seamless interaction between robotic platforms and cloud data center operations.

Role Overview: As a Senior/Principal Systems Developer for robotics integration, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, and development of high-scale automation solutions that seamlessly integrate robotics into our data center ecosystem. This role requires deep technical expertise and a forward-thinking approach to implementing scalable robotic automation systems in highly complex environments. You will lead efforts to bridge the gap between robotics hardware and enterprise systems, ensuring that robotic platforms can effectively support security, auditing, cabling, and maintenance tasks.

This high-impact, highly visible role on a rapidly evolving team is driving the future of automation-first data centers. You will work in a fast-paced environment where speed of deployment, scalability, and security are top priorities. As part of an aggressive roadmap, you will help build and refine robotics integration frameworks that make AWS data centers among the world's most efficient and autonomous infrastructures. Your leadership and technical expertise will be crucial in developing scalable, secure, fault-tolerant robotic automation solutions.


Key job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead Development of Scalable Integration Solutions: Architect, design, and implement robust frameworks that enable seamless communication between robotic systems and data center management tools.
• API & Middleware Development: Design and develop high-performance APIs and middleware solutions that enable real-time data exchange between robotic platforms, cloud services, and existing infrastructure.
• Security & Compliance Leadership: Drive the development of security best practices for robotic automation, ensuring compliance with AWS’s high-security standards, authentication, access control, and compliance monitoring.
• Automation & Workflow Optimization: Develop scalable automation frameworks that improve robotics’ ability to perform cabling, security audits, and infrastructure maintenance tasks with minimal human intervention.
• Machine Learning & Data Analytics: Leverage AI and machine learning to optimize robotic decision-making, efficiency, and performance at scale.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside principal engineers, product managers, robotics engineers, and data center operators to define technical roadmaps and integration methodologies.
• Simulation & Testing: Develop and implement simulation environments to validate robotic integrations, ensuring high reliability, fault tolerance, and performance before deployment.
• Incident Management & Troubleshooting: Build real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and alerting tools to detect, log, and resolve robotic system issues at scale.
• Mentorship & Technical Leadership: Guide junior developers and act as a technical leader within the robotics and automation teams.


About the team
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Basic Qualifications

- 3+ years of programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby experience
- 4+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

Preferred Qualifications

- 8+ years of experience in systems development, software engineering, or robotics integration.
- Deep expertise in distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and high-scale automation.
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or Java, with experience in API development and cloud-based infrastructure.
- Proven track record in designing secure, scalable, and fault-tolerant robotic systems in enterprise environments.
- Experience integrating robotics, IoT, or automation solutions into large-scale enterprise IT environments.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols, access control systems, and enterprise security frameworks.
- Proficiency in developing monitoring and analytics solutions for robotic performance tracking and anomaly detection.
- Experience working with emerging robotics startups and scaling new automation solutions in production environments.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with experience optimizing large-scale distributed systems.
- Knowledge of data center operations, automation principles, and machine learning applications is a plus

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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