Description

Lead industrial design strategy for Amazon's Personal Robotics Group, shaping the future of human-robot hardware experiences. Drive design excellence at the intersection of AI and physical robotics, creating next-generation products that seamlessly integrate intelligent systems with embodied agents. Partnering directly with Director+ leadership, you'll set new vision and standards for how people connect with robotic technology in their daily lives.

Key job responsibilities
• Drive design excellence from concept to launch, working within a multi-disciplinary team of UX researchers, designers, product managers, engineers, and scientists to develop product experiences and functional prototypes
• Establish design frameworks and lead design reviews that incorporate market analysis, customer feedback, and human-robot interaction insights to ensure cohesive experiences across physical and digital touchpoints
• Create designs using 2D, 3D, and AI tools that balance safety, product appeal, functionality, and manufacturability, while influencing architecture decisions to optimize physical design within technical constraints
• Oversee design and fabrication of compelling prototypes for executive review, collaborating with hardware and software teams to push boundaries and achieve world-class design
• Partner with external agencies and vendors by writing design briefs, guiding efforts, and managing deliverables that meet quality standards, timelines, and budgets


A day in the life
As a Principal Industrial Designer in AI and Robotics, you'll work at the frontier of human-robot interaction, collaborating with Design and Engineering Leaders, AI and machine learning teams, and Product leaders across Amazon's robotics organization. You'll operate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where you balance hands-on design work with strategic leadership, bridging the gap between cutting-edge technical capabilities and user-centered design principles. This role offers the opportunity to mentor other designers and advocate for design excellence in an emerging field, working on products that will serve millions of customers.

About the team
The Personal Robotics Group is pioneering intelligent robotic products that deliver meaningful customer experiences. We're the team behind Amazon Astro, and we're building the next generation of robotic systems that will redefine how customers interact with technology. Our work spans the full spectrum from advanced hardware design to sophisticated software and control systems, combining mechanical innovation, software engineering, dynamic systems modeling, and intelligent algorithms to create robots that are not just functional, but delightful. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of personal robotics working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction.
Join us if you're passionate about creating the future of personal robotics, solving complex challenges at the intersection of hardware and software, and seeing your innovations deliver transformative customer experiences.

Basic Qualifications

• 15+ years of consumer industrial design experience developing and shipping innovative products
• Accomplished design portfolio demonstrating contemporary design sensibility and proficiency with 2D, 3D, motion design, and AI tools
• Experience designing advanced electro-mechanical and sensor technologies for robotics with significant user interaction
• Strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes for small batch to high volume production
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including ability to communicate design concepts clearly to leadership
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across multiple organizations and drive alignment
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment on ambiguous and challenging projects
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, OR 13+ years of equivalent professional design experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years designing AI-powered robotics and human interaction with mechatronic systems
• Experience with motion design, animation, or designing for physical movement
• Experience leading and mentoring designers
• Strong network of external resources for research, design, and fabrication capability
• Experience working with OEMs in sourced development or co-development of parts and subassemblies
• Experience defining design systems or pattern libraries spanning physical and digital experiences
• Experience using data and research to inform design decisions
• Master's degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field


Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, San Francisco - 276,100.00 - 350,000.00 USD annually