Senior Manager, Design Tech, Amazon Lab126

Job title:

Senior Manager, Design Tech, Amazon Lab126

Company

Amazon

Job description

DESCRIPTIONAmazon Lab126 is looking for a Senior Manager Design Tech (DT) to join our Hardware Design organization to create a new Experience Prototype Lab in our South Lake Union headquarters. This role will be hands on building experience prototypes and at the same time will build a team of model maker/prototyper technologists to support the development of functional and wizard-of-oz prototypes to demonstrate future design concepts for existing and new product lines.The role and team will act as an intermediary between Design, Research and Engineering to create rapid prototype, high-fidelity assets to be used in user studies, as part of the design process, and in communicating forward ideas to leadership.Key job responsibilities
-Design, build and operate a small model making shop.
-Hire and build a small team of model makers.
-Deliver quality semi-functional models and experience prototypes.A day in the life

• Operate and maintain 3D printers and other lab equipment such as Laser, Mill etc.
• Build semi-functional experience prototypes and models including typical off the shelf electronics
• Carry out post-processing of the 3D printed parts including sanding and painting
• Assemble and/or modify parts using variety of lab tools and techniques
• Maintain clean, organized and safe working environment in the lab
• Keep track of inventories and re-order or acquire materials as necessary
• Ship and receive packages related to daily lab operations
• Assist with relocation of lab equipment
• Make extra effort to get projects done right and on time

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS-BS/MS/PhD in Engineering or Product Design and/or equivalent industry experience
-5+ years experience as a key member and manager of a design team participating in the complete product development lifecycle
-3+ years experience using Arduino, Raspberry PI or related
-Experience developing visually polished and engaging prototypes involving both hardware, electronics and softwarePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS-Demonstrable ability to create highly engaging prototypes in the electronics, software and hardware domains
-Proven ability to innovate within and extend current technology through prototypes
-Willingness to work with and advance internal tools
-Strong conceptual and problem solving skills
-Good oral and written communication skills
-Good understanding of interaction design and design process skills
-Good development and design sensibilities
-Passion for customersAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $165,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $285,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Expected salary

$165100 per year

Location

Seattle, WA

Job date

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 03:55:18 GMT

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