Senior HW Dev Engineer, Payload

Amazon Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $159,200–$215,300 / yr
Posted: 44 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $187k

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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 · Senior HW Dev Engineer, Payload

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Sr HW Dev Engineer - Payload, Amazon Leo Hardware Development joins the Amazon Leo team to develop phased arrays for low Earth orbit satellite networks. This senior role involves owning PCBA development from concept through production, designing and optimizing electronic sub-systems, and developing high-speed digital and RF circuitry. The engineer will lead schematic capture, PCB layout, and vendor engagement for DFM reviews while managing board bring-up and test campaigns. Key responsibilities include creating automated test systems and ensuring designs meet performance targets across supply chain and manufacturing stages. Required skills include experience with multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity, and proficiency in Mentor Graphics or Cadence layout tools. The role requires expertise in analog and digital design using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters to solve complex hardware challenges within the satellite communications domain.

Skills

PCBA RF Circuitry High-Speed Digital Design SERDES Power Integrity Schematic Capture PCB Layout Mentor Graphics Cadence Oscilloscopes Logic Analyzers Multi-meters Automated Test Systems Test Fixtures Power Supply Design Instrument Control

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 stack-up optimization.
Develop test plans, procedures, and automated test systems based on requirements.
Perform board bring-up and execute test campaigns for various modules and subsystems.
Support the transition of hardware designs into full production.

What we're looking for

Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent.
7+ years of industrial experience in board level analog/digital design.
1+ years of experience in high-speed digital design, multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity.
3+ years of experience using schematic tools.
2+ years of experience using lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters.
Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering or computer engineering (preferred).
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