Embedded Engineers (Rust and C++)

Position: Embedded Engineers (Rust and C )

Location: Redmond, WA – Onsite - locals

Duration: 6-12 months

Interview Process: 2 Rounds

Job Description:

Identify candidates who are local to the greater Seattle area as the role is fully on-site and interested in this opportunity

I've attached the resume of the candidate who ultimately received the offer so you have a strong example of the profile we're targeting.

A few important notes:

• Former Amazon employees are ideal, but they must be able to provide their Amazon references.
• Please confirm that candidates are genuinely committed to returning to Amazon and would prioritize this interview process over any others they may currently be in.
• I'd also like to know what stage they're at in any other interview processes.
• Please triple confirm that they are comfortable with the pay rate before submitting.
• Benefits are attached for reference (healthcare and 401(k); no PTO).
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  Position Summary- OTA is over-the-air wireless delivery of software, firmware, or data to connected devices.

   

  We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer Contractor with experience developing and supporting embedded software systems, over-the-air (OTA) update frameworks, and automated test environments. This role will focus on building and enhancing software update agents, supporting software deployment across satellite systems, developing automated testing solutions, and troubleshooting issues throughout the software lifecycle. The ideal candidate has strong C and Rust development experience, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and is comfortable working across hardware and software domains in a fast-paced engineering environment.

   

  Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded software components using C and Rust.
  • Build and enhance OTA software update agents and deployment capabilities across satellite systems.
  • Develop and maintain automated testing solutions to improve software quality and deployment reliability.
  • Support software integration and deployment activities across multiple embedded hardware and software components.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues identified during development, testing, and production operations.
  • Perform root cause analysis of software failures and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with software, systems, test, and infrastructure teams to drive issues through resolution.
  • Participate in ticket management workflows, including issue tracking, documentation, and status reporting.
  • Provide operational support and participate in on-call activities as needed.

   

  Required Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience developing embedded software systems.
  • Strong proficiency in C and/or Rust for production software development.
  • Experience developing software for embedded devices or hardware-integrated systems.
  • Experience with OTA software updates, device management frameworks, or software lifecycle management in embedded environments.
  • Experience developing automated test solutions and supporting software validation activities.
  • Experience troubleshooting complex technical issues and performing root cause analysis.
  • Experience working across cross-functional engineering teams to resolve system-level issues.
  • Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.

   

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting satellite, aerospace, IoT, or other distributed embedded systems.
  • Familiarity with software deployment pipelines and release management processes.
  • Experience supporting production environments and participating in on-call rotations.
  • Strong understanding of embedded system architecture, software integration, and reliability engineering.