Senior Research Scientist, Robotic Systems, Hardware - Advanced Products
Amazon.com
Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced innovative devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo, and the Astro household robot. What will you help us create?
Lead foundational research initiatives in robotic systems with focus on advancing motor optimization, dynamic simulation, and control architectures. Drive innovation in mechanical and sensing systems that enable next-generation robotics capabilities. Develop novel approaches to system design and validation while mentoring a team of researchers and engineers. Work closely with hardware, software, and controls teams to translate research insights into practical robotics solutions.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead research programs in robotics systems optimization, focusing on actuator performance, dynamic control, and system architecture
- Develop and validate novel approaches to motor characterization and optimization
- Create advanced simulation frameworks for evaluating robotic system dynamics and control strategies
- Design and implement experimental protocols for validating research hypotheses
- Guide the development of mechanical and sensor architectures optimized for learning-based control systems
- Mentor research team members and provide technical leadership across multiple projects
- Collaborate with hardware and software teams to translate research findings into implementable solutions
- Define research roadmaps that align with organizational goals and technological capabilities
- Evaluate emerging technologies and methodologies for potential application in robotics systems
About the team
The Hardware Advanced Products team brings new-to-world and robotic products to life. We contributed to Amazon Astro (https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Astro/dp/B078NSDFSB) and Echo Show 10 (https://www.amazon.com/echo-show-10/dp/B07VHZ41L8/), along with several new technology introductions and unannounced products currently in development.
Lead foundational research initiatives in robotic systems with focus on advancing motor optimization, dynamic simulation, and control architectures. Drive innovation in mechanical and sensing systems that enable next-generation robotics capabilities. Develop novel approaches to system design and validation while mentoring a team of researchers and engineers. Work closely with hardware, software, and controls teams to translate research insights into practical robotics solutions.
Key job responsibilities
- Lead research programs in robotics systems optimization, focusing on actuator performance, dynamic control, and system architecture
- Develop and validate novel approaches to motor characterization and optimization
- Create advanced simulation frameworks for evaluating robotic system dynamics and control strategies
- Design and implement experimental protocols for validating research hypotheses
- Guide the development of mechanical and sensor architectures optimized for learning-based control systems
- Mentor research team members and provide technical leadership across multiple projects
- Collaborate with hardware and software teams to translate research findings into implementable solutions
- Define research roadmaps that align with organizational goals and technological capabilities
- Evaluate emerging technologies and methodologies for potential application in robotics systems
About the team
The Hardware Advanced Products team brings new-to-world and robotic products to life. We contributed to Amazon Astro (https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Astro/dp/B078NSDFSB) and Echo Show 10 (https://www.amazon.com/echo-show-10/dp/B07VHZ41L8/), along with several new technology introductions and unannounced products currently in development.
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