Senior Systems Engineer - Autonomous Drone Perception, Prime Air

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join their revolutionary autonomous drone delivery program. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge perception systems, machine learning, and autonomous flight technology.

The position offers an unique opportunity to shape the future of last-mile delivery through developing sophisticated perception systems that enable drones to safely navigate and operate in complex environments. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you'll be working on groundbreaking technology that combines computer vision, sensor fusion, and machine learning to create the "eyes and brain" of autonomous delivery drones.

The role requires a strong technical background in perception systems, particularly in robotics or aerospace applications, combined with expertise in systems architecture and software development. You'll be responsible for translating complex operational requirements into detailed system specifications, ensuring compliance with aviation certification standards while maintaining innovation velocity.

Working at Amazon Prime Air means joining a team at the forefront of autonomous aviation technology. You'll collaborate with diverse teams of ML engineers, computer vision specialists, and hardware engineers to design and validate perception system architectures that meet rigorous safety and performance requirements.

The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $136,100 to $235,200 per year depending on location, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical coverage. Amazon offers a total compensation package that reflects their commitment to attracting top talent in this specialized field.

This is an opportunity to work on complex technical challenges that have real-world impact, seeing your work literally take flight while contributing to the future of autonomous delivery systems. The role combines the excitement of cutting-edge technology development with the rigor of aviation safety standards, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both innovation and systematic engineering approaches.

The position requires 6+ years of experience in systems design and architecture, with a focus on reliable and scalable solutions. You'll need strong analytical skills, experience with regulatory certification processes, and the ability to work effectively across disciplines. The role offers the chance to make history in autonomous aviation while working with some of the most advanced perception systems in the industry.