Amazon
Sr Hardware Development Engineer, Server, Edge Computing, Edge
Amazon, New York, New York, us, 10261
Sr Hardware Development Engineer, Server, Edge Computing, Edge
Job ID: 3098352 | Amazon Data Services, Inc. The AWS Utility Computing (UC) organization supports Compute, Database, Storage, IoT, Platform, and Productivity Apps services, including specialized security solutions for cloud services. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll work with teams across AWS to deliver high safety and security standards while providing scalable capacity at low cost, within an inclusive culture that encourages bold ideas and ownership. Server Hardware Engineer (aka Lead Engineer). AWS Hardware Engineering creates compute, storage, accelerator, and enterprise servers for AWS. We seek experienced hardware design engineers to design and build next-generation servers and AWS-specific hardware components. Our designs emphasize performance, frugality, and operational excellence to support AWS business and millions of customers. What you will do: As a member of the Edge team, you will integrate hardware and software components to build servers, define products with service teams, and support operations across all server locations. You will interact with engineers company-wide and work with an interdisciplinary team to move designs from concept to production, including design, development, validation, and deployment of servers at scale. You will address design challenges across disciplines including server/board design, thermal-mechanical design, server firmware/software, integration with our software service control plane, manufacturing, and operations. You will deliver block diagrams, schematics, specifications, analyses, test plans, and monitoring plans for servers and components. You will work with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to ensure high-quality designs. You will lead cross-organizational teams to improve total cost of ownership, quality, reliability, performance, and serviceability. You will be an end-to-end owner from concept to operation in our fleet, hands-on across the stack from service software to silicon, and you will exercise judgment to solve problems individually or guide others when needed. This is a fast-paced, challenging position with thought leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll be held to high standards and encouraged to continuously improve product performance, quality, and cost. We are shaping an industry and seek team members ready to push beyond today’s limits. Why it matters:
Public cloud IT services represent the majority of growth in IT services; AWS scale and hardware usage enable valuable hardware customizations that directly benefit customers. Why you will love it:
You will work directly with engineers across the company to build next-generation hardware, impact the bottom line, own your work, and be part of a growing, fast-paced, and fun team. Key job responsibilities
As Server Hardware Engineer, bring new technology to our server and product lines and scale operations for our massive fleet. Collaborate with internal development teams and external suppliers to deliver servers with industry-leading performance and quality. Establish strategic vision and drive execution in defining and delivering new products and services. Lead the integration and delivery of servers, support automated monitoring and failure analysis services to operate, debug, and scale servers. Work closely with other AWS software teams to tailor and operate server solutions for the AWS environment. Support launching servers into production and operating the fleet. A day in the life
Interface with internal and external customers to understand project requirements and facilitate system development on top of server design. Solve operational challenges to improve the customer experience and develop improved systems for future designs. Work with vendors and ODM/JDM design teams to develop and manufacture products at scale. About the team
The team includes Hardware Design Engineers, System Design Engineers, Software Development Engineers, and Technical Program Managers, all focused on delivering the best specialized server fleet for customers. Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and continue to innovate to power businesses worldwide. Inclusive Team Culture
We foster inclusion through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing events and learning experiences that celebrate differences. Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony and offer flexibility to support both professional and personal commitments. Mentorship and Career Growth
We strive to raise performance through knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career development opportunities. Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. If you do not meet all preferred qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Non-traditional career paths are welcome. Basic Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience 7+ years of server-level design experience in compute, storage, accelerator, or other complex product design 7+ years leading ODMs and other suppliers in product development and manufacturing Experience developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures Experience in board and server root-cause analysis and resolution Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field 10+ years in complex product development (servers, network switches, or highly integrated devices with hardware, software, and service aspects) Expertise in early product definition, feature tradeoffs, and cross-disciplinary product development (thermal, mechanical, power, firmware/software, reliability, sustaining) Proficiency in scripting, debugging, and Linux commands Experience deploying hardware and applications across large data centers Experience leading hardware and software development teams Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles and functional/technical depth for this role Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: job duties include working safely, communicating effectively, and following laws and policies; criminal history may affect employment. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results. If you need a workplace accommodation during the application or onboarding process, visit the Amazon accommodations page for more information. If your region isn’t listed, contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across US markets. Base pay ranges from $143,300/year to $257,300/year, with pay based on location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company; depending on the position, equity, sign-on, and other compensation may be provided. For more information, visit aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This posting will remain open until filled. Posted:
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Job ID: 3098352 | Amazon Data Services, Inc. The AWS Utility Computing (UC) organization supports Compute, Database, Storage, IoT, Platform, and Productivity Apps services, including specialized security solutions for cloud services. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll work with teams across AWS to deliver high safety and security standards while providing scalable capacity at low cost, within an inclusive culture that encourages bold ideas and ownership. Server Hardware Engineer (aka Lead Engineer). AWS Hardware Engineering creates compute, storage, accelerator, and enterprise servers for AWS. We seek experienced hardware design engineers to design and build next-generation servers and AWS-specific hardware components. Our designs emphasize performance, frugality, and operational excellence to support AWS business and millions of customers. What you will do: As a member of the Edge team, you will integrate hardware and software components to build servers, define products with service teams, and support operations across all server locations. You will interact with engineers company-wide and work with an interdisciplinary team to move designs from concept to production, including design, development, validation, and deployment of servers at scale. You will address design challenges across disciplines including server/board design, thermal-mechanical design, server firmware/software, integration with our software service control plane, manufacturing, and operations. You will deliver block diagrams, schematics, specifications, analyses, test plans, and monitoring plans for servers and components. You will work with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to ensure high-quality designs. You will lead cross-organizational teams to improve total cost of ownership, quality, reliability, performance, and serviceability. You will be an end-to-end owner from concept to operation in our fleet, hands-on across the stack from service software to silicon, and you will exercise judgment to solve problems individually or guide others when needed. This is a fast-paced, challenging position with thought leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll be held to high standards and encouraged to continuously improve product performance, quality, and cost. We are shaping an industry and seek team members ready to push beyond today’s limits. Why it matters:
Public cloud IT services represent the majority of growth in IT services; AWS scale and hardware usage enable valuable hardware customizations that directly benefit customers. Why you will love it:
You will work directly with engineers across the company to build next-generation hardware, impact the bottom line, own your work, and be part of a growing, fast-paced, and fun team. Key job responsibilities
As Server Hardware Engineer, bring new technology to our server and product lines and scale operations for our massive fleet. Collaborate with internal development teams and external suppliers to deliver servers with industry-leading performance and quality. Establish strategic vision and drive execution in defining and delivering new products and services. Lead the integration and delivery of servers, support automated monitoring and failure analysis services to operate, debug, and scale servers. Work closely with other AWS software teams to tailor and operate server solutions for the AWS environment. Support launching servers into production and operating the fleet. A day in the life
Interface with internal and external customers to understand project requirements and facilitate system development on top of server design. Solve operational challenges to improve the customer experience and develop improved systems for future designs. Work with vendors and ODM/JDM design teams to develop and manufacture products at scale. About the team
The team includes Hardware Design Engineers, System Design Engineers, Software Development Engineers, and Technical Program Managers, all focused on delivering the best specialized server fleet for customers. Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and continue to innovate to power businesses worldwide. Inclusive Team Culture
We foster inclusion through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing events and learning experiences that celebrate differences. Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony and offer flexibility to support both professional and personal commitments. Mentorship and Career Growth
We strive to raise performance through knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career development opportunities. Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. If you do not meet all preferred qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Non-traditional career paths are welcome. Basic Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience 7+ years of server-level design experience in compute, storage, accelerator, or other complex product design 7+ years leading ODMs and other suppliers in product development and manufacturing Experience developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures Experience in board and server root-cause analysis and resolution Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field 10+ years in complex product development (servers, network switches, or highly integrated devices with hardware, software, and service aspects) Expertise in early product definition, feature tradeoffs, and cross-disciplinary product development (thermal, mechanical, power, firmware/software, reliability, sustaining) Proficiency in scripting, debugging, and Linux commands Experience deploying hardware and applications across large data centers Experience leading hardware and software development teams Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles and functional/technical depth for this role Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: job duties include working safely, communicating effectively, and following laws and policies; criminal history may affect employment. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results. If you need a workplace accommodation during the application or onboarding process, visit the Amazon accommodations page for more information. If your region isn’t listed, contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across US markets. Base pay ranges from $143,300/year to $257,300/year, with pay based on location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company; depending on the position, equity, sign-on, and other compensation may be provided. For more information, visit aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This posting will remain open until filled. Posted:
October 1, 2025 (Updated recently) Share this job FAQs
Important FAQs for current Government employees. Before proceeding, please review the FAQs at the provided link. For accommodations, see amazon.jobs content on accommodations. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected status.
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