Amazon

Hardware Engineer, Customer Terminals Hardware Design

Amazon$136K — $184K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Experience in motherboard and PCB design, including schematic capture
  • Experience in new hardware product development
  • Background in designing and debugging digital, RF, or power circuits
  • Experience in board bring-up, validation, and failure analysis
  • 3+ years of hardware engineering experience

Responsibilities

  • Design high-speed digital, RF, power, and mixed-signal circuitry with teams
  • Develop cost-effective electronic subsystems focusing on simplicity and reliability
  • Evaluate architectures for BOM cost reductions and design simplifications
  • Conduct engineering trade studies balancing performance, cost, and customer experience
  • Produce production-ready designs through schematic capture and PCB layout collaboration
  • Optimize DC/DC power supplies and power architectures
  • Lead board bring-up, debug, and validation of hardware modules

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
  • Mental Health Support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
As a Hardware Engineer, you will be part of the team developing cost-optimized Customer Terminal products designed for high-volume production. You will own key hardware designs and work across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to deliver simple, robust, and scalable solutions. You will own or contribute to the following: - Design high-speed digital, RF, power, and mixed-signal circuitry in collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams - Develop and optimize electronic subsystems with a strong focus on cost, simplicity, reliability, and manufacturability - Evaluate design architectures and component selections to identify opportunities for BOM cost reduction and design simplification - Perform engineering trade studies to balance product performance, requirements, cost, schedule, and customer experience - Own schematic capture and work closely with PCB layout engineers to deliver production-ready designs - Design and optimize DC/DC power supplies and point-of-load power architectures - Identify opportunities to reduce component count, PCB complexity, layer count, assembly cost, and manufacturing complexity - Support requirement definition and develop hardware validation and test plans - Lead board bring-up, debug, characterization, and validation of modules and subsystems - Support the development of automated test systems, fixtures, and factory test solutions with an emphasis on minimizing test time and cost - Partner with manufacturing and supply chain teams to support component sourcing, alternate qualification, and cost reduction initiatives - Support designs through qualification, production ramp, and high-volume manufacturing Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field - Experience in motherboard design, PCB design including schematic capture, stackup and circuit board layout - Experience in new hardware product development - Experience designing and debugging digital, RF, or power circuits - Experience with board bring-up, validation, and failure analysis - 3+ years of hardware engineering experience PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field - Experience with DFx (Design for cost, test, manufacturing) - Experience with analog, digital, and high-speed circuit design - 5+ years of hardware engineering experience - Experience designing cost-optimized, high-volume electronics - Experience with BOM cost reduction and component selection - Experience with DFM, DFT, and factory test - Strong problem-solving and cross-functional communication skills 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, WA, Redmond - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 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.
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Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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