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At Amazon Robotics, we are redefining collaboration in the innovation process by integrating immersive technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR). This is your opportunity to help us shape the foundation for how AR/VR will transform design and engineering workflows.

We are seeking a talented, human-centered design enthusiast to join our Human-Centered Design Group—a team of UX designers, Ergometrists, and Industrial Designers dedicated to building future-forward solutions for robotics innovation. In this role, you won’t just use existing tools; you’ll discover and evaluate emerging technologies, combine them into powerful workflows, and demonstrate how they can transform collaboration and decision-making at scale.

Key job responsibilities

• Research and Discovery: Identify the most promising VR/AR technologies, software platforms, and tools for design collaboration and immersive communication.

• Opportunity Scouting: Explore and evaluate innovative solutions that align with Amazon Robotics’ goals, focusing on creating full-size, interactive, and immersive models of robotics projects.

• Prototype Demonstrations: Combine tools and technologies into functional prototypes that showcase potential solutions for design and engineering teams.

• Foundation Building: Develop documentation, workflows, and recommendations to lay the groundwork for VR/AR integration into Amazon Robotics’ processes.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with UX designers, engineers, and ergonomists to gather input, refine solutions, and align tools with the needs of diverse stakeholders.

• Vision Shaping: Contribute to the long-term vision of VR/AR at Amazon Robotics by identifying gaps, opportunities, and strategies for scaling these technologies across teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in Industrial Design, UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

• Demonstrated interest in emerging technologies, especially VR/AR and their applications in design and engineering.

• Ability to quickly learn and evaluate new tools, platforms, and software.

• Strong communication and presentation skills to demonstrate opportunities and potential solutions to multidisciplinary teams.

• A creative and experimental mindset, with a passion for discovering what’s possible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with VR/AR platforms such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or similar (programming skills are not required but a basic understanding is a plus).

• Knowledge of 3D modeling tools (Blender, Maya, Rhino) and/or visualization platforms.

• Experience in building workflows or systems to enhance team collaboration.

• A passion for human-centered design principles and creating tools that empower users.

• An entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to pioneer new methods for collaborative design and engineering.

• If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $70,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $157,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.