Sr PCB Specialist, Annapurna Labs, Machine Learning Hardware

Amazon

Charlotte, NC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adhesives, Aerospace and Defense, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Automotive Industry, Capacity Allocations, Capacity Strategy, Capacity and Performance Management, Chemistry, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, D Programming Language, DFT (Design for Test), Disability Accommodations, Electrical Engineering, Failure Analysis, High Reliability, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Machine Learning, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Market Share, Mass Production, Material Science, Network Operations Center, Onboarding, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Product/Service Launch, Production Support, Production Volume, Productivity Management, Reliability Engineering, Research & Development (R&D), Signal Integrity, Software Design, Soldering, Sourcing Strategy, Surface Mount Technology, Technical/Engineering Design, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management
LOCATION
Charlotte, NC
POSTED
2 days ago

This role is responsible for partnering with leading PCB fabricators and material suppliers to shape next‑generation technologies, guide their development roadmaps, and qualify new processes and materials for reliable mass production. Working closely with Design Engineering, the position drives the end‑to‑end PCB and PCBA technology roadmap across all Annapurna Labs (our organization within AWS UC) Machine Learning product line, from early‑stage R&D through mass‑production readiness. The role also involves close collaboration with Signal Integrity teams to proactively anticipate and support PCB, PCBA, and SMT requirements early in the design cycle.A key aspect of this position is leading the strategic sourcing, quality, delivery, and commercial management of the global PCB supply base, ensuring capability, resilience, and readiness for rapid growth. This includes selecting, pre‑qualifying, securing capacity, and allocating market share for PCB suppliers across both NPI and mass‑production demands.The role requires developing and implementing technical plans and programs that advance PCB and PCBA technologies in both the short and long term, ensuring suppliers have the capacity and capability to support mass‑production volumes. Additionally, the position involves planning and executing advanced R&D programs for next‑generation PCB and PCBA/SMT technologies, including materials, interconnect structures, and assembly processes—to achieve high yields, strong reliability, and readiness for Data Center. Collaborating with all engineering and NPI quick‑turn PCB/PCBA builds is also a critical responsibility, ensuring industry‑leading cycle times, quality, and predictability.About the teamAnnapurna Labs (our organization within AWS UC) designs silicon and software that accelerates innovation. Customers choose us to create cloud solutions that solve challenges that were unimaginable a short time ago—even yesterday. Our custom chips, accelerators, and software stacks enable us to take on technical challenges that have never been seen before, and deliver results that help our customers change the world.Basic QualificationsB.S. or higher in Materials Science, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline or equivalent experience.10+ overall years of experience across PCB and PCBA/SMT technologies, including at least 5 years leading large, global, cross‑functional engineering or manufacturing technology organizations.Demonstrated mastery of PCB technology development including laminate systems, interconnect structures, HDI/multilayer stackups, fabrication processes, and reliability engineering.Proven experience managing and developing global PCB supply bases, including technology roadmaps, qualifications, quality programs, capacity strategies, and supplier performance management.Preferred QualificationsExperience with high‑reliability sectors (Automotive, Aerospace, Defense, Medical) and their demanding process control and reliability requirements is a strong advantage.Solid hands‑on background in PCBA/SMT manufacturing, spanning solder materials, adhesives, underfill, thermal materials, stencil/reflow processes, DFM/DFT, SPC, failure analysis, and high‑reliability assembly.Demonstrated ability to partner with Hardware, Signal Integrity, and Reliability Engineering teams across domestic and global locations to address complex design‑to‑build challenges.Proven executive‑level leadership with clear communication, decisive problem‑solving, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders in Engineering, Operations, and Supply organizations.A motivated, analytical, and creative mindset with a passion for developing cutting‑edge technologies and driving global manufacturing capability.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, 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.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 TX, Austin – 159,200.00 – 215,300.00 USD annually#J-18808-Ljbffr

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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Retail
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://Amazon.com/militaryroles