Electronics Engineer, RIVR

Amazon.com Inc.; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RIVR in Switzerland (Zurich) is seeking a Junior Electronics Engineer to spearhead the design, development, and testing of our robots' custom electronics. You will ensure scalability and cost-effectiveness for mass production, and help transition projects from prototyping to MVPs and full products.

The role requires 2+ years of experience in PCB design and firmware development, with proficiency in Altium, Eagle, KiCad and SPICE.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry or research experience.
• Experience in PCB design and firmware development.
• Proficient in PCB design software such as Altium, Eagle and KiCad, with SPICE for simulation.
• Skilled in using electronics instrumentation for debugging (oscilloscope, power analyzer).
• Knowledge of control systems and common electronics components and protocols in robotics.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development and testing of our robots' custom electronics.
• Ensure electronics are scalable and cost-effective for mass production.
• Help transition projects from prototyping to MVPs and full products.

Skills

PCB design

Firmware development

Control systems

Debugging hardware

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering

Embedded Systems Engineering

Robotics Engineering

Tools

Altium

Eagle

KiCad

SPICE

Job description

RIVR, part of Amazon is a robotics team pioneering Physical AI through real-world deployment and doorstep deliveries. Founded in 2024 as an ETH Zurich spin-off, RIVR developed wheeled-legged robots designed to operate in complex, unstructured environments such as stairs, gates, doors, and uneven urban terrain. We believe that achieving general physical intelligence requires solving real customer problems in the real world, where robots can learn by gathering rich operational data at scale. As a Junior Electronics Engineer, you will spearhead the design, development, and testing of our robots' custom electronics. Your expertise will encompass power electronics (motor control, power distribution), digital electronics (PCBA design, microprocessor) firmware and communication protocols, ensuring that our robots not only meet specific application requirements but are also scalable and cost-effective for mass production. We value candidates with a proven track record of transitioning projects from prototyping and proof-of-concepts to MVPs, full products, and ultimately, mass production. If you are driven to innovate in robotic design, we invite you to join our team and help shape the future of intelligent robotics.

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of industry or research experience.
• Experience in PCB design and firmware development.
• Proficient in using PCB design software such as Altium, Eagle, and KiCad, along with simulation software like SPICE.
• Skilled in utilizing electronics instrumentation for debugging (oscilloscope, power analyzer).
• Knowledgeable in control systems and in common electronics components and communication protocols utilized in robotics or related fields.
• Strong problem-solving skills, adept at debugging and optimizing hardware components.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems Engineering, Robotics Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems Engineering, Robotics Engineering.
• Familiarity with design for mass production.
• Experience in the robotic, automotive, aerospace, medical, and consumer electronics sector.
• Experienced with control systems applicable to consumer drones, AMR, and electric bicycles.

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