Sr. Principal Software Engineer, Last Mile Delivery Tech , Delivery Technology Org (DTO)

Amazon Last Mile Delivery Tech (LMDT) is revolutionizing how packages are delivered to customers through innovative Under the Roof (UTR) Technology solutions. The mission is to create a flawless delivery experience by ensuring safe environments, simple operations, speedy shipments, and optimized UTR cost per package. As the company scales to handle billions of packages annually, it is seeking a Sr. Principal Engineer to lead the transformation toward automated, intelligent delivery stations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical strategy and architecture for UTR Tech organization, overseeing hundreds of services including critical Tier 1 systems for package sortation and operator experience.
• Define and execute the automation roadmap integrating Material Handling Equipment (MHE) automation and IoT approaches, targeting significant operational efficiencies as part of the long-term vision.
• Design and implement modular automation solutions for multiple operational processes, balancing innovation with ROI constraints.
• Drive technical decisions across multiple VP organizations, influencing 350+ engineers globally while partnering with central engineering and innovation teams.
• Architect scalable solutions that combine hardware (robotics, CNC systems) with software (AI-driven optimization, real-time tracking, preventative maintenance).
• Establish technical standards and best practices for integrating advanced automation technologies, including LiDAR-based solutions and autonomous systems.
• Mentor senior and Principal engineers while fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful deployment of automation solutions that meet operational goals of 99.9% reliability.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional software development experience
• 8+ years of programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, C++
• 8+ years contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems
• Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 2+ years hands-on experience as a senior Principal Engineer leading multiple software engineering teams
• Experience shipping successful large-scale supply chain projects
• Experience partnering with Research Science or Machine Learning experts to drive optimizations using the latest techniques