Hardware Dev Engineer II

DESCRIPTION:

At Amazon Lab126, we're not just building devices; we're creating experiences that connect people in innovative ways. As a Hardware Development Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of designing innovative consumer electronics that shape the future of technology.

Key job responsibilities
• Design Complex Electrical systems involving schematic design and layout using ECAD tools (OrCAD/Allegro)
• Integrate Innovative Technologies: Lead system-level engineering efforts, seamlessly combining multiple technological components into cohesive, high-performance products.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Partner with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to develop comprehensive, innovative solutions
•Solve Complex Technical Challenges: Diagnose and resolve intricate design and manufacturing issues with precision and creativity
•Validate and Optimize Performance: Design, test, and validate system boards to ensure exceptional product quality and performance
•Support Global Engineering Initiatives: Contribute to international engineering builds and support global product development efforts

A day in the life
As a hardware engineer, you will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary staff to conceive and design innovative products. You will work closely with an internal inter-disciplinary team and outside partners to drive key aspects of product definition, execution, and test.
As part of a project team, you will work alongside senior electrical engineers, supporting the design, debug, validation, and optimization of the products. You will be involved in projects from concept through production, gaining exposure to the complete design lifecycle. You will also support engineering builds, gaining experience with high-volume manufacturing. Some positions may require international travel.


About the team
We are a passionate, collaborative team of engineers and innovators dedicated to creating transformative consumer electronics. Our team thrives on cross-functional collaboration, bringing together diverse expertise to solve complex technical challenges. We believe in empowering our engineers to think creatively, take calculated risks, and drive meaningful innovation.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5+ years of hardware design and validation of components, subsystems and systems experience
- Bachelor's degree or above in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Experience in motherboard design, PCB design including schematic capture, stackup and circuit board layout
- Experience with analog, digital, and high-speed circuit design
- Experience in EE Hardware system design, integration validation, failure analysis and debug skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Experience in system-level integration - Audio, Power, Battery management, RF, ESD, or equivalent
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Experience scripting for automation (e.g., Python, Perl, Ruby)
- Experience in EE schematic design, HW validation, failure analysis and debug skills.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The 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 & AD&D 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.

USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 134,900.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually