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Cloud Hardware Development Engineer, Storage , AWS Hardware Engineering, Hardware Engineering Services

Amazon • $159K — $215K *
Denver, CO 80219In-Person
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5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of hardware design and validation experience with server, storage, or networking systems
  • Experience developing test strategies for complex hardware/software systems
  • Proficiency in ODM/OEM engagement and production quality oversight
  • Experience with storage subsystems like SSD/HDD interfaces, NVMe, and high-speed serial interfaces

Responsibilities

  • Own storage server system architecture from concept to mass production
  • Lead ODM oversight, including schematic and layout reviews
  • Define test flow architecture and pass/fail criteria for validation
  • Coordinate NPI execution for new storage platforms
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated storage systems
  • Drive root cause analysis for production quality and reliability
  • Define and improve design standards and manufacturing processes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
  • Mental health support and EAP services
Full Job Description
Application deadline: Sep 6, 2026

What you will do: As a Hardware Development Engineer III on the Storage Server Hardware Engineering team, you will own the architecture, validation, and production quality of our storage server platforms and AWS-specific storage hardware components. You will drive ODM engagement from design review through mass production, define test flow architecture and yield strategy, and own pass/fail criteria for storage server systems. You will partner with cross-functional teams (firmware, mechanical, thermal, supply chain) to deliver storage platforms from NPI through end-of-life.

This is a fast-paced, intellectually demanding role. You will operate as the technical owner for storage system hardware - setting the bar on signal integrity, power delivery, and storage subsystem architecture. You will have a direct impact on fleet reliability, cost, and performance at massive scale.

Key job responsibilities

Own storage server system architecture and hardware design decisions from concept through mass production and fleet deployment

Drive ODM oversight model: lead schematic reviews, layout reviews, and design quality gates for storage server platforms

Define and own test flow architecture, yield strategy, and pass/fail criteria for storage hardware validation and manufacturing

Lead NPI execution for new storage server platforms - coordinate EVT/DVT/PVT milestones, drive issue resolution, and ensure production readiness

Partner with firmware, mechanical, thermal, and supply chain teams to deliver integrated storage systems meeting performance, cost, and reliability targets

Own production quality and fleet reliability for storage server hardware - drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for field issues

Define and improve validation methodologies, design standards, and manufacturing processes for storage server hardware

Mentor and develop peer engineers; perform HDE technical assessments

A day in the life

You will start your day reviewing production yield data and field reliability metrics for your storage server platforms. You may join a design review with your ODM partner to evaluate a schematic change for a next-generation storage system, catching a signal integrity concern before it becomes a board spin. After lunch you might define pass/fail criteria for a new NVMe SSD qualification, then pivot to a cross-functional sync where you drive resolution of a thermal issue discovered during DVT. Youll close the day mentoring a junior engineer on failure analysis methodology for a fleet issue. You operate with high ownership and bias for action - finding paths forward through ambiguity and making trade-offs between short-term schedule pressure and long-term fleet quality.

About the team

The AWS Storage Server Hardware Engineering team designs and delivers the storage platforms that power Amazon S3, EBS, and other critical AWS storage services. We own our platforms cradle-to-grave: from architecture definition through NPI, manufacturing, fleet deployment, and end-of-life. Our engineers operate as technical owners - not hands-off program managers - with deep accountability for the quality and performance of the hardware we ship at massive scale.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field

- Experience developing test strategies and plans for complex hardware/software systems or systems of systems

- 5+ years of hardware design and validation experience with server, storage, or networking systems

- Experience with ODM/OEM engagement including schematic review, layout review, and production quality oversight

- Experience with storage subsystems (SSD/HDD interfaces, NVMe, SAS/SATA, PCIe) or high-speed serial interfaces

- Experience troubleshooting hardware issues using oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and JTAG debug tools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

- Experience with server motherboard architecture, power delivery, and signal integrity analysis

- Experience leading NPI programs from EVT through mass production with ODM partners

- Experience with storage server fleet operations, yield management, and manufacturing process optimization

- Experience in Linux-based hardware debug and system-level integration testing

- Familiarity with reliability engineering (HALT, HASS, accelerated life testing) for server-class hardware

- Experience developing or improving hardware design standards and review processes

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for 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. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CO, Denver - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually

About Amazon

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
Learn more about Amazon
Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
NASDAQ
AMZN
* Ladders Estimates

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