System Development Engineer (with PLC programming), WW AMZL Innovation Engineering
Amazon · Milan, Italy · Software Development
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operations
Systems Engineer
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· Posted Apr 2, 2026
Experience with software development at machine level in Industrial Automation. Advanced technical expertise in industrial automation systems (TIA Portal 16+, Codesys 3.5, HMI, VFDs, Servo Drive, Industrial Fieldbuses like Ethernet-IP Profinet EtherCAT, IO-Link) and industrial communication protocol (TCP-IP, OPC-UA). The candidate must demonstrate strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities for complex systems ownership of product roadmaps, excellent stakeholder communication, and proven supplier management expertise
Key job responsibilities
As a System Development Engineer, you will be a part of the team of experts working on the development of complex mechatronics products. The keys skills required for this role are:
* Advanced technical expertise in industrial automation systems (Codesys 3.5, HMI, VFDs, Servo Drive, Industrial Fieldbuses like Ethernet-IP Profinet EtherCAT, IO-Link)
* Advanced technical expertise in the industrial communication protocol (TCP-IP, OPC-UA)
* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities for complex systems
* Hands-on experience with camera systems and Linux OS (preferred)
* Familiarity with version control systems like git
* Knowledge of Object-Orientated Industrial Programming (OOIP)
* Experience managing software development, including designing, developing, integrating, troubleshooting, and optimizing various automation solutions
* Strong project management skills, including on-site commissioning and SAT processes
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills across diverse cultural contexts
* Familiarity with international safety machinery standards and certification processes
* Experience with automation solutions like conveyors, sorters, and robotic work cells
* Write requirements and technical specifications
* Conduct regular technical reviews and reporting
* Lead the discussion for the automation scalability strategy of new technologies working with various teams like Engineering, vendors, Supply Chain, Corp Dev, Maintenance Team.
A day in the life
You will developed and continuously improved software for AMZL. You will work with Product owners and System Developer to define and develop the software structure for a new concepts for AMZL with automation and robotics technology. You will deep dive on understanding software of new techs made by vendors and how to integrate them in the AMZL Software Architecture. You will test and commission the developed software on machines deployed in Innovation Centers WW as well as on busy operational sites.
About the team
You will coordinate the development and the continuous improvement of a set of software libraries and applications for AMZL. Your day could include: working with Product owners, System Developer and other SDE and technical stakeholders to define the software architecture for a new concepts for AMZL with automation and robotics technologies, ensuring the standardization and scalability of the solution. You will deep dive on understanding software of new techs made by vendors and how to integrate them in the AMZL Software Architecture. Coordinate the tests and commission of the developed software in the AMZL Innovation Center.
- Experience designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems
- Experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems and hands-on systems engineering
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby
- Bachelor's degree
- PLC Programming
- Experience with software development at machine level in Industrial Automation. Advanced technical expertise in industrial automation systems
- Experience working in an Agile environment using the Scrum methodology
- Experience with Codesys
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Key job responsibilities
As a System Development Engineer, you will be a part of the team of experts working on the development of complex mechatronics products. The keys skills required for this role are:
* Advanced technical expertise in industrial automation systems (Codesys 3.5, HMI, VFDs, Servo Drive, Industrial Fieldbuses like Ethernet-IP Profinet EtherCAT, IO-Link)
* Advanced technical expertise in the industrial communication protocol (TCP-IP, OPC-UA)
* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities for complex systems
* Hands-on experience with camera systems and Linux OS (preferred)
* Familiarity with version control systems like git
* Knowledge of Object-Orientated Industrial Programming (OOIP)
* Experience managing software development, including designing, developing, integrating, troubleshooting, and optimizing various automation solutions
* Strong project management skills, including on-site commissioning and SAT processes
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills across diverse cultural contexts
* Familiarity with international safety machinery standards and certification processes
* Experience with automation solutions like conveyors, sorters, and robotic work cells
* Write requirements and technical specifications
* Conduct regular technical reviews and reporting
* Lead the discussion for the automation scalability strategy of new technologies working with various teams like Engineering, vendors, Supply Chain, Corp Dev, Maintenance Team.
A day in the life
You will developed and continuously improved software for AMZL. You will work with Product owners and System Developer to define and develop the software structure for a new concepts for AMZL with automation and robotics technology. You will deep dive on understanding software of new techs made by vendors and how to integrate them in the AMZL Software Architecture. You will test and commission the developed software on machines deployed in Innovation Centers WW as well as on busy operational sites.
About the team
You will coordinate the development and the continuous improvement of a set of software libraries and applications for AMZL. Your day could include: working with Product owners, System Developer and other SDE and technical stakeholders to define the software architecture for a new concepts for AMZL with automation and robotics technologies, ensuring the standardization and scalability of the solution. You will deep dive on understanding software of new techs made by vendors and how to integrate them in the AMZL Software Architecture. Coordinate the tests and commission of the developed software in the AMZL Innovation Center.
Basic Qualifications
- Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems)- Experience designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems
- Experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems and hands-on systems engineering
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby
- Bachelor's degree
- PLC Programming
- Experience with software development at machine level in Industrial Automation. Advanced technical expertise in industrial automation systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with PowerShell (preferred), Python, Ruby, or Java- Experience working in an Agile environment using the Scrum methodology
- Experience with Codesys
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.