Sr. Manager, Battery Management System, Battery System Technology
Listed on 2026-08-07
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer
Amazon Lab
126 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
- Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of engineering team management experience
- Experience in manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering
- Experience developing and testing mechanical robotics equipment
- Experience in system-level integration
- Experience with DFx (cost, test, manufacturing)
- Experience with BMS ICs (fuel gauge, protection, charger ICs), hardware module evaluation, and integration of Li-ion/Li-polymer systems
- Strong knowledge of mixed-signal design, analog-to-digital converters, and power management architecture
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex technical details for senior leaders
- Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Experience in technical leadership of development, testing, and implementation of large-scale, complex technology projects
- Experience in optimizing IC register configuration and partnering with firmware teams to implement algorithms
Strong knowledge of mixed-signal design, analog-to-digital converters, and power management architecture - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex technical details for senior leaders
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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