Amazon
OptoMechanical Engineer III, Matrix Team
Job ID: 3155680 | Amazon.com Services LLC
Do you want to solve business problems through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on advanced, massively scalable services technology in a fast‑paced team environment? Do you love working on industry‑defining projects that move the needle?
At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build things for the benefit будет of our customers. The focus we have on our customers is why we are one of the world’s most beloved brands – it is part of our company DNA. Our Software Development Engineers play an instrumental role in utilizing innovative technology to solve complex problems and see the impact of their work.
Amazon problems are big and impact millions of customers, sellers, and countless products across the globe. Our path is not always easy, so we are selective about who joins us on this journey. There is a certain kind of person who takes on software development problems at Amazon – someone excited by the idea of creating new platforms, features, and services from scratch while managing ambiguity and the pace of a company whose ship cycles are measured in weeks, not years.
Key Job Responsibilities
Collaborate with experienced cross‑disciplinary teams to develop, design, and bring to market innovative devices and services.
Design and build innovative technologies in a large distributed computing environment and help guide fundamental changes in the industry.
Create solutions to run predictions on distributed systems with exposure to advanced technologies at incredible scale and speed.
Build distributed storage, index, and query systems that are scalable, fault‑tolerant, low cost, and easy to manage/use.
Architect and oversee the development of advanced sensor and optoelectronic systems for Amazon Robotics, defining system architectures, setting technical direction, and making informed trade‑offs across electrical, mechanical, and software interfaces.
Own product development from concept through production, including requirements definition, design, prototyping, validation, DVT planning, and release to manufacturing.
Design and analyze sensor modules, including optoelectronics packaging, PCBA layout, signal integrity, thermal considerations, and environmental/EMI compliance.
Guide cross‑functional technical choices, ensuring alignment across interdisciplinary teams, evaluating and integrating new sensing technologies, and overseeing characterization of internally developed and off‑the‑shelf sensors.
Drive documentation such as functional specs, verification plans, and test procedures.
Mentor junior engineers, guide design reviews, manage external development partners, and communicate clearly with leadership through concise written and verbal updates.
Demonstrate strong ownership, technical depth, and the ability to deliver results in fast‑paced environments.
A Day in the Life A Hardware Development Engineer III spends the day driving sensor and optoelectronic system architecture for Amazon Robotics. They lead technical discussions, clarify requirements, and make design selections across electrical, mechanical, and firmware teams. Hands‑on work includes evaluating prototypes, analyzing sensor data, and guiding packaging, PCBA, and thermal integration. The engineer collaborates with operations and vendors to ensure designs scale to production.
The engineer also mentorsnost junior es, documents requirements and test plans, and presents concise technical updates to leadership. Internal robotics product teams rely on this role to deliver robust, high‑performance sensing solutions.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
Basic Qualifications
Experience in compute and storage server architecture and design for large‑scale applications.
Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
Experience in server technologies such as thermal, mechanical, power, and signal integrity.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams toજ execute product design from concept to production.
Experience with the project management of technical projects.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
USA, MA, North Reading – Salary range: $137,300.00 – $185,700.00 USD annually.
Posted:
November 17, 2025 (Updated about 2 hours ago)
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Do you want to solve business problems through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on advanced, massively scalable services technology in a fast‑paced team environment? Do you love working on industry‑defining projects that move the needle?
At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build things for the benefit будет of our customers. The focus we have on our customers is why we are one of the world’s most beloved brands – it is part of our company DNA. Our Software Development Engineers play an instrumental role in utilizing innovative technology to solve complex problems and see the impact of their work.
Amazon problems are big and impact millions of customers, sellers, and countless products across the globe. Our path is not always easy, so we are selective about who joins us on this journey. There is a certain kind of person who takes on software development problems at Amazon – someone excited by the idea of creating new platforms, features, and services from scratch while managing ambiguity and the pace of a company whose ship cycles are measured in weeks, not years.
Key Job Responsibilities
Collaborate with experienced cross‑disciplinary teams to develop, design, and bring to market innovative devices and services.
Design and build innovative technologies in a large distributed computing environment and help guide fundamental changes in the industry.
Create solutions to run predictions on distributed systems with exposure to advanced technologies at incredible scale and speed.
Build distributed storage, index, and query systems that are scalable, fault‑tolerant, low cost, and easy to manage/use.
Architect and oversee the development of advanced sensor and optoelectronic systems for Amazon Robotics, defining system architectures, setting technical direction, and making informed trade‑offs across electrical, mechanical, and software interfaces.
Own product development from concept through production, including requirements definition, design, prototyping, validation, DVT planning, and release to manufacturing.
Design and analyze sensor modules, including optoelectronics packaging, PCBA layout, signal integrity, thermal considerations, and environmental/EMI compliance.
Guide cross‑functional technical choices, ensuring alignment across interdisciplinary teams, evaluating and integrating new sensing technologies, and overseeing characterization of internally developed and off‑the‑shelf sensors.
Drive documentation such as functional specs, verification plans, and test procedures.
Mentor junior engineers, guide design reviews, manage external development partners, and communicate clearly with leadership through concise written and verbal updates.
Demonstrate strong ownership, technical depth, and the ability to deliver results in fast‑paced environments.
A Day in the Life A Hardware Development Engineer III spends the day driving sensor and optoelectronic system architecture for Amazon Robotics. They lead technical discussions, clarify requirements, and make design selections across electrical, mechanical, and firmware teams. Hands‑on work includes evaluating prototypes, analyzing sensor data, and guiding packaging, PCBA, and thermal integration. The engineer collaborates with operations and vendors to ensure designs scale to production.
The engineer also mentorsnost junior es, documents requirements and test plans, and presents concise technical updates to leadership. Internal robotics product teams rely on this role to deliver robust, high‑performance sensing solutions.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
Basic Qualifications
Experience in compute and storage server architecture and design for large‑scale applications.
Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
Experience in server technologies such as thermal, mechanical, power, and signal integrity.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams toજ execute product design from concept to production.
Experience with the project management of technical projects.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
USA, MA, North Reading – Salary range: $137,300.00 – $185,700.00 USD annually.
Posted:
November 17, 2025 (Updated about 2 hours ago)
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