Ph3Advanced Robotics Controls Engineer, Frontier AI Robotics /h3 pSant'Ambrogio di Torino, Piedmont, ITALY /p pbJob ID : | Amazon.com Services LLC /b /p h3bAbout the Role /b /h3 pWe are seeking a highly skilled Mechatronics or Controls Engineer with deep expertise in actuation systems, low‑level motor control, sensor integration and system characterization to help design, prototype, and refine high degree‑of‑freedom systems. You will be a core contributor in the hardware–software integration loop, ensuring that our systems meet strict performance, safety, and research requirements. This role demands a blend of rigorous engineering skill, hands‑on prototyping ability, and close collaboration with AI researchers and software engineers. /p h3bCore Requirements /b /h3 ul liMaster’s or PhD in Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field /li liStrong background in actuator and control system design, including characterization and integration /li liProficiency in embedded firmware development for real‑time control /li liExperience in robotic system calibration and system identification /li liStrong grasp of control theory, dynamics, and kinematics of robotic systems /li liExperience with sensor integration (encoders, force–torque sensors, tactile, MUs) /li liProven ability to work hands‑on in a fast‑moving, multidisciplinary team /li /ul h3bPreferred Skills /b /h3 ul liExperience with high‑DOF robotic systems /li liExperience developing inverse kinematics (IK) solvers, kinematic calibration, and running motion simulations (e.g. MuJoCo, IsaacSim, MATLAB / Simulink) /li liAbility to spec or design force / torque sensors, or develop algorithms for estimating forces from motor currents for compliance and collision handling /li liAbility to implement and tune inverse kinematics and dynamics algorithms; build and run simulations for system performance validation and motion planning /li liSpecify, source, or design force–torque sensing capabilities, including developing algorithms for estimating forces from motor currents. Integrate sensing into system‑level control strategies for collision response, compliance, and back‑drivability /li liKnowledge of estimating and improving actuator back‑drivability /li liKnowledge of ROS / ROS 2 or similar robotic middleware /li liExperience with programming languages like C++, Python, MATLAB /li liExperience with high‑performance, safety‑critical mechatronic systems /li /ul h3bKey Job Responsibilities /b /h3 ul liOwn motor actuator selection, characterization, and integration into electromechanical subsystems to meet system‑level performance specifications /li liDesign and tune low‑level control systems, including position, velocity, torque, and impedance control loops /li liInterface control systems with higher‑level AI and motion‑planning platforms, ensuring reliable, low‑latency communication and robust operation /li liMaintain and update motor control board hardware and firmware, including environments for executing control loops, reading encoders, and managing outputs /li liDevelop and execute SysID routines for electromechanical subsystems; design calibration procedures for sensors, actuators, and kinematic chains to ensure precision and repeatability /li liEnsure actuator and control systems meet safety, robustness, and maintainability requirements for advanced robotic system operation /li liWork hands‑on with mechanical, electrical, and AI teams to rapidly prototype and iterate on hardware solutions /li /ul h3bAbout the Team /b /h3 pFrontier AI Robotics (FAR) is the team at Amazon building the next generation of embodied intelligence. FAR drives the development and implementation of advanced AI models within Amazon’s operations that enable robots to see, reason, and act on the world around them, supporting a number of different warehouse automation tasks. /p h3bBasic Qualifications /b /h3 ul liExperience in automating, deploying, and supporting large‑scale infrastructure /li liExperience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust /li liExperience with Linux / Unix /li liExperience with CI / CD pipelines build processes /li /ul h3bPreferred Qualifications /b /h3 ul liExperience with distributed systems at scale /li /ul h3bBenefits /b /h3 pAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. /p pThe base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life ADD insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https : / / amazon.jobs / en / benefits /p pPosted: January 24, 2026 (Updated 1 day ago) /p pUSA, CA, San Francisco - 148,700.00 - 201,200.00 USD annually /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr