HW Dev Engineer II Payload

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$136,000–$184,000 / yr
Posted
42 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

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This role $160k
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This role pays less than 72% of similar roles. Most pay $160,000–$187,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $160k versus about $174k for comparable roles.

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Amazon Inc. is the world''s largest e-commerce and cloud computing company, operating the Amazon marketplace, AWS cloud platform, Prime subscription services, Alexa voice AI, and logistics infrastructure. Industry: E-Commerce & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · HW Dev Engineer II Payload

HW Dev Engineer II -Payload, Amazon Leo Hardware Development joins the payload antenna team to develop and validate satellite phased array systems. This role involves owning PCBA development from concept through production, including designing and optimizing electronic sub-systems, high-speed digital circuitry, and RF circuitry. The engineer will lead schematic capture, PCB layout, and vendor engagement for DFM reviews while managing PCB stack-up for performance and cost. Day-to-day responsibilities include generating test plans, performing board bring-up, and designing automated test systems and fixtures to support production transitions. Required skills include experience with mixed signal PCBA design, high-speed digital standards like SERDES, Ethernet, and PCIe, and proficiency in tools such as Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Cadence OrCAD, or Altium Designer. The role focuses on solving complex hardware challenges for phased array antenna systems to ensure reliable, high-bandwidth connectivity.

What you'll do

  • Own PCBA development from initial concept through final production.
  • Design and optimize electronic sub-systems including high-speed digital and RF circuitry.
  • Lead the schematic capture and PCB layout processes.
  • Manage PCB vendor engagement for DFM reviews and optimize stack-up for cost and performance.
  • Develop test plans and procedures based on high-level requirement definitions.
  • Execute board bring-up and conduct test campaigns for various modules and subsystems.
  • Design automated test systems, test fixtures, and factory testing equipment.
  • Support the transition of hardware designs into full production.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent is preferred.
  • 4+ years of industry experience in mixed signal PCBA design.
  • 3+ years of experience using schematic tools like Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Cadence OrCad, or Altium Designer.
  • 2+ years of experience using lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters.
  • 1+ years of experience in high-speed digital design such as SERDES, Ethernet, and PCIe.
  • 1+ years of experience with signal and/or power integrity is preferred.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee for export control compliance.

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