Description

Amazon Lab126 is seeking a hands-on Senior Manager, Battery Management System (BMS) Hardware to lead the architecture, development, integration, and validation of battery management systems powering devices such as Echo, Fire Tablets, Kindle, and Alexa-enabled wearables.

In this role, you will lead a team of engineers through the complete product lifecycle, from concept to mass production, driving technical decisions, system architecture, product requirements, and cross-functional execution. You will partner with internal teams and global suppliers to deliver innovative, reliable, and cost-effective battery solutions.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record of delivering consumer hardware products, building and leading high-performing engineering teams, influencing cross-functional organizations, and solving complex multidisciplinary challenges while communicating effectively with senior leadership.

Key job responsibilities
• Lead the design and development of Battery Management Systems (BMS), including BMS architecture, power electronics, battery HW/FW/SW integration, and system validation.
• Define BMS architecture and hardware requirements aligned with product specifications
• Manage engagement with contract manufacturers in ODM/JDM/OEM development models
• Define technology roadmaps with IC vendors for protection ICs, fuel gauges, charger ICs, and future battery technologies.
• Perform battery performance characterization, including fuel gauge accuracy at module and device levels
• Establish battery validation strategies and ensure consistent execution across global development and test sites.
• Create hardware models of BMS systems to facilitate development and simulation of battery algorithms
• Collaborate with IC vendors to define strategic roadmaps for semi-custom and off-the-shelf ICs supporting new battery chemistries and features
• Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, finance, program management, and product teams to deliver high-quality battery-powered products
• Lead failure analysis of battery-related issues in NPI builds and field returns
• Conduct PCB design and layout reviews for ODM and OEM designs
• Lead engineering design reviews and sign off on manufacturing tests to ensure product performance, quality, and safety
• Travel to IC vendors, and contract manufacturers to ensure quality manufacturing and resolve battery test failures
• Communicate regular status updates to cross-functional teams and senior leaders
• Stay current on BMS IC developments, and industry trends; perform competitive analysis to drive best-in-class products