Senior Systems Engineer - Autonomous Drone Perception, Prime Air
Amazon · Seattle, WA · Software Development
About this role
Amazon is hiring a senior-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in Seattle, WA. The posting calls out experience with Computer Vision, System Design, Data Structures, Machine Learning and roughly 6+ years of relevant work. Compensation is listed at $151,200–$204,600 per year.
- Role
- Systems Engineer
- Function
- operations
- Level
- senior
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Department
- Software Development
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2025
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Job description
from Amazon careersCome work on the Amazon Prime Air Team! We’re looking for a Sr Systems Engineer with software experience who combines superb technical, analytical, and operational capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly and effectively. Shape the future of autonomous flight technology At Amazon Prime Air, we're building revolutionary perception systems that enable drones to see, understand, and navigate the world around them. Our perception team is at the forefront of developing the "eyes and brain" of autonomous drones that can safely detect and avoid aircraft, precisely localize themselves, and navigate complex environments during delivery operations. Why you'll love it: - Work on complex perception challenges that blend ML with real-world autonomous systems - Drive innovations that will transform last-mile delivery and shape the future of aviation Join a team that values both rigorous engineering and rapid experimentation See your work literally take flight and make history in autonomous aviation If you're passionate about building perception systems that enable machines to understand and navigate the world safely, we want to talk to you. Export Control License This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on…