layiq

/la·yiq/adjective

worthy; deserving; fitting; suitable.

A role, opportunity, or path that merits attention, time, and pursuit.

Senior Robotics SDE, Safe Autonomy, Compass at Amazon | LAYIQ

5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
Master's or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Controls, or a related field
Experience integrating software with motion planners, perception pipelines, or control systems on physical robots
Familiarity with control barrier functions, safety-critical control, or formal safety verification methods
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or safety-rated firmware interfaces (e.g., IEC 61508, ISO 13849)
Hands-on experience with multiple robot morphologies (mobile bases, arms, legged platforms)
Experience with reinforcement learning or foundation model deployment on robotic systems
Track record of building software that scales from prototype to fleet-level production
Familiarity with simulation environments for robotics
Strong communication skills and experience working in cross-functional, research-adjacent teams
Equal Opportunity
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