Amazon Applied Scientist Prime Air Navigation 

United States, Washington, Seattle 

288796196

We are seeking a highly skilled Navigation Scientist to help develop advanced algorithms and software for our Prime Air delivery drone program. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive navigation analysis to support cross-functional decision-making, define system architecture and requirements, contribute to the development of flight algorithms, and actively identify innovative technological opportunities that will drive significant enhancements to meet our customers' evolving demands.

- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of science, technology, engineering or related field experience
- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language
- Experience implementing algorithms using both toolkits and self-developed code

- Experience in professional software development
- Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals
- Previous experience in the aerospace or signal processing industry.
- Expertise in filtering technologies, such as Kalman Filters.
- Proficiency in the simulation and analysis of GNSS raw measurements, including pseudorange and carrier phase.
- Familiarity with hardware/software integration and real-time operating systems.
- Track record of developing complex, mission-critical systems successfully delivered to customers.
- Experience in gathering requirements through effective communication with end users, business teams, and management.