System Development Engineer, HW Compute Group

The team that built the innovative Silicon IP AZ1 Neural Edge that is powering the latest generation of Echo devices is looking for a Systems Development Engineer to continue to innovate on behalf of our customers. We are a part of Amazon Lab126 that revolutionized reading with our Kindle family of products and reimagined user experience through Echo and Alexa. We want you to help us build on the success of our first generation of SOC solutions.

We are looking for a System Development Engineer to help integrate and support our next-generation silicon onto future Amazon devices. In this role, you will work with customers, system architects, program managers, and hardware engineers to support, troubleshoot, and fix kernel drivers and BSP for our next-generation devices.

Key job responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain Linux BSPs for multimedia-enabled embedded systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and optimize multimedia functionalities within BSPs. Customize and configure Linux kernels, drivers, and modules for specific hardware platforms. Support the Factory tasks to ensure the fast turnaround for solving assembly line issues. Triage and fix issues that occur during the integration and production phases of the products. Debug and resolve issues related to multimedia components, drivers, and system integration. Optimize system performance, including boot time, power consumption, and resource utilization. Conduct feasibility studies and performance analysis for new multimedia features and technologies. Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and user guides. Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in multimedia technologies and Linux development.

Basic Qualifications

Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust

Experience with Linux/Unix

Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes

In-depth knowledge of Linux kernel internals, device drivers, and embedded systems development tools

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of hardware architectures and interfaces (e.g., I2C, SPI, PCIe)

Knowledge of Yocto Project or other embedded Linux build systems

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $201,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information,

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