Amazon's Industrial Robotics Group (IRG) is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale, working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic dexterous manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction. This role presents an opportunity to shape the future of robotics through innovative applications of deep learning and large language models.

As a Principal Scientist, you will lead the research and development of complex sensing systems that help our robots perceive the world around them. You will explore and guide the exploration of novel sensing modalities, refining the existing ones, and imagine the future of robot–based perception, safety, and navigation. You will formulate a robust sensing architecture, lead the experimentation and prototyping, and take part in creating future robots that are fully aware of their surroundings.

Key job responsibilities
- Build and lead teams focused on hardware, firmware, and embedded systems
- Drive technical roadmaps for next-generation robotics platforms
- Drive architecture decisions for complex robotics perception systems
- Bring the latest trends and scientific developments in robotic perception to the technical team
- Create technical standards for robotics sensing platforms
- Drive innovation in real-time perception and control systems

Basic Qualifications

- PhD in computer science, machine learning, engineering, or related fields
- 10+ years experience in sensing and perception research
- 5+ years technical leadership in perception systems and learning
- Strong background in real-time multimodal sensing
- Proven track record in robotics computing platforms

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with robotics perception-driven control systems and sensor integration
- Background in real-time operating systems and deterministic computing
- Experience developing complex perception-driven robotic architectures
- Track record of innovation in robotics sensing platforms
- Experience with safety applications

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

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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, MA, N.Reading - 198,900.00 - 269,000.00 USD annually