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Amazon Software Configuration Management Specialist, Prime Air in Seattle, Washington
Description
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How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and—most importantly—safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog (https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos).
We’re working on the future. If you are seeking an iterative fast-paced environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world challenges, and provide visible benefit to customers this is your opportunity.
Come work on the Amazon Prime Air team!
We're looking for an Software Configuration Control Specialist who combines superb technical, research and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly and effectively. This person must be comfortable working with a team of top-notch developers and collaborating with our research teams. We’re looking for people who innovate and love solving hard problems! You will work hard, have fun, and of course, benefit our customers everywhere!
This position requires a candidate that can operate in an ambiguous environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in multiple engineering disciplines. This role will interface closely with System Engineers, Hardware Development Engineers, and Software Development Engineers across a broad range of technical areas to enable software configuration management mechanisms. This person will be required to articulate when gaps are identified, and propose solutions quickly.
The ideal candidate will have a balance of breadth across engineering disciplines, depth and expertise in select areas, and practical real-life experience with configuration management of complex systems.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, related field, or industry equivalent experience
3+ years of relevant work experience
Experience in configuration management/control for an integrated hardware/software system
Export Control License This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.
Preferred Qualifications
MS, Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
A strong track record of project delivery for large, cross-functional, projects
Experience delivering internet of things, machine learning, or analytics software at scale
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences
Experience building frameworks for creating complex applications with simplified tools
Experience with DO-178C Software Configuration Management
Experience working within Aerospace Regulatory Environments
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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, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.