Sr. Electrical Engineer, AWS Hardware Development

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$128,600 - $213,600
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Senior Software Engineer
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5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AI · Cloud
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Description For Sr. Electrical Engineer, AWS Hardware Development

AWS Solutions organization is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their hardware development team working on innovative technologies like Amazon One biometric experience. This role combines the excitement of a startup environment with the resources of a global tech leader. You'll be part of the ARGON hardware team, developing hardware and firmware for secure contactless biometric experiences.

The position requires a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, working with cross-disciplinary teams to drive hardware development from conception to production. You'll be responsible for crucial aspects of electrical architecture, mechanical considerations, and financial planning while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

AWS, as the world's leading cloud platform, offers an environment where innovation is constant and impact is global. The role provides unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies while solving complex challenges that haven't been addressed at scale before. You'll be part of a diverse team that values work-life harmony and inclusive culture.

The compensation package is comprehensive, reflecting AWS's commitment to attracting top talent. Beyond the base salary range of $128,600 to $213,600, the role includes equity, sign-on payments, and extensive benefits. The position offers significant growth potential through mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and career development resources.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, can manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, and wants to make a meaningful impact on technology that millions of people use. The position requires strong technical skills in electrical engineering, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for innovation.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Electrical Engineer, AWS Hardware Development

  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary staff and stakeholders
  • Drive key aspects of technology solution definition, execution and validation
  • Specify electrical architecture, compute selection, power, connectivity, memory, and security
  • Handle mechanical aspects including thermal, mounting and environmental fitness
  • Manage financial aspects including BOM Costs and Non-Recurring-Expenses
  • Ensure reliability, security, safety and EMC compliance
  • Write and present recommendations and experiment outcomes to Director level leadership
  • Work on multiple projects in different phases simultaneously

Requirements For Sr. Electrical Engineer, AWS Hardware Development

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  • BS degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in hardware development across full product life cycle
  • 3+ years of experience in using schematic capture tool and PCB layout viewer
  • 3+ years of experience board bring up and debugging in lab environment
  • 3+ years of experience using lab equipment including soldering irons, hand-tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
  • Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
  • Demonstrated experience aligning cross-disciplinary teams
  • Excellent Active Listening Skills

Benefits For Sr. Electrical Engineer, AWS Hardware Development

Medical Insurance
Equity
Mental Health Assistance
  • Medical, financial, and other benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Sign-on payments
  • Work-life harmony
  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Inclusive team culture
  • Employee-led affinity groups

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