# Michael Lizzi

> Robotics Software Engineer

Location: New York, New York, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/michaellizzi

Hello! I'm a software engineer with a passion for creating innovative technology. With experience working at companies such as Intel and Ambi Robotics, I have had the opportunity to work on exciting projects that have pushed the boundaries of what is possible.

I enjoy staying up to date with the latest developments in the field. From advancements in computer vision and machine learning to exciting new applications, I'm always eager to learn and explore.

Outside of work, I'm an avid sports fan, particularly of hockey and soccer. I also enjoy cycling and running.

## Work Experience
### Robotics Software Engineer @ Amazon
Jan 2024 – Present | New York, New York, United States

### Robotics Software Engineer @ Ambi Robotics
Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 | Berkeley, California, United States
• Developed Yaskawa-based AmbiSort parcel sortation software using Python, Redis, and Docker, deployed across all machines in production.
• Developed motion planning algorithms for dynamic placement of parcel, resulting in 2x the throughput of current human-operated systems.
• Utilized 3D Realsense cameras to build state estimation functions.
• Developed applications using a simulation and mock environment to enable off-hardware application validation.
• Led continuous improvement efforts on planning algorithms resulting in a 75% reduction in jam downtime and reducing daily bag placement failures from 250 to <1.
• Designed and built a testing framework for the engineering team, improving testing and documentation across 20+ R&D projects.

### Machine Learning Researcher @ Vector Institute
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Developed predictive models for NFL against the spread betting.

### Software Engineer @ Intel Corporation
Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Toronto, Canada Area
• Managed robotic arm application for automating volume tests of SerDes CPUs using Python and MongoDB which increased testing efficiency by at least 200%
• Developed front and back end of chip communication GUI using Python by implementing new features as requested by internal and customer engineers
• Optimized GUI codebase which decreased load time by up to 300%
• Analyzed mixed signal IP results using FPGA interface for PCIe, USB, HDMI, and DisplayPort data rates
• Repaired damaged lab equipment including boards, thermal heads, and robotic arms by probing circuits and soldering components
• Identified bottleneck in test flow and implemented notification system to inform employees on test status and reduce idle time by at least 50%

### Design Technician @ NBM Engineering
Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Oakville, Ontario
• Led designs for reroute of approximately 3km of power distribution lines across Burlington, Ontario
• Designed and drafted overhead power lines, pole profiles, underground duct banks, and underground drilling profiles of more than 100km across various Ontario hydro utilities using AutoCAD
• Performed structural analysis using SpidaCalc on existing and proposed hydro poles with different loading conditions to inform on pole type selection and validate safety in designs
• Trained employees on SpidaCalc and AutoCAD software by holding reviews and discussing potential improvements


## Education
### Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc in Robotics Engineering in Engineering Science
University of Toronto


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/michael-lizzi

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Last updated: 2026-04-05