Sr. Manager, Hardware Development

Amazon; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 179,700 - 243,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Parental leave

RSUs

Job summary

Amazon is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We are building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting‑edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans.

You’ll join a team building next‑generation robotic systems designed for real‑world industrial environments, integrating

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering team management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering.
• Experience developing and testing mechanical robotics equipment.
• Experience in system‑level integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a multi‑disciplinary hardware engineering team developing verification and validation plans.
• Define and drive hardware verification and validation strategy aligned with roadmaps.
• Partner with hardware, design, mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to deliver safe, reliable robotic solutions.
• Plan ahead to avoid hardware defects and drive issues to zero.
• Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and make high‑judgment decisions with incomplete information.

Skills

Team leadership

System-level integration

Manufacturing experience

Robotics hardware

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronic or Computer Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD

MS Project

Visio

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Amazon is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We are building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting‑edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale, working with world‑class teams pushing the boundaries of what is possible in robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human‑robot interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a multi‑disciplinary hardware engineering team developing verification and validation plans for hardware.
• Define and drive the overall hardware verification and validation strategy aligned with product development roadmaps.
• Partner with hardware, design, mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to deliver safe, reliable, and scalable robotic solutions.
• Plan ahead to avoid hardware defects and drive any problems to zero.
• Thrive in an entrepreneurial and ambiguous environment, making high‑judgment decisions with incomplete information.

About The Team

You’ll join a team building next‑generation robotic systems designed for real‑world industrial environments. We integrate autonomy, dexterous manipulation, and robust mechanical design to create systems that work safely and reliably alongside people. This role reports to senior technical leadership and collaborates across hardware engineering, software development, applied science, and operations teams.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering team management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering.
• Experience developing and testing mechanical robotics equipment.
• Experience in system‑level integration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of MS Excel, AutoCAD, MS Project, and software for technical document writing such as Visio, Word, or PowerPoint.
• Experience in technical leadership of development, testing, and implementation of large‑scale, complex technology projects.
• Experience working as a technical lead.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is 179,700.00 - 243,100.00 USD annually (USA, MA, N.Reading). Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs), with final compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance, 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.

Company

Amazon.com Services LLC (Job ID: A10479095)