User Experience Designer II (Contingent)

Amazon is seeking a highly skilled professional to join their team in developing cutting-edge augmented reality optical systems. This role involves hands-on prototyping, software application development, and managing complex data systems, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product development decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop AR applications using Unity or Unreal Engine for prototype testing and user studies
• Create custom image viewer applications for 3rd party AR devices for benchmarking and competitive analysis
• Build custom tools for automated testing, data collection, and system calibration
• Troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues in prototype systems
• Assemble AR optical prototypes using off-the-shelf and custom components including optics, displays, and sensors
• Design and fabricate custom fixtures using CAD software
• Conduct optical measurements to characterize display performance including luminance, color accuracy, MTF, distortion, and field of view
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments such as photometers, colorimeters, spectrometers, and optical benches
• Document system specifications and measurement methodologies with attention to repeatability and accuracy
• Design and implement database schemas for storing experimental data, user study results, and metrology measurements
• Build data pipelines to automate collection, validation, and storage of large datasets
• Develop analysis scripts to process optical measurements and user study data
• Create visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings to cross-functional teams
• Document and present findings to internal stakeholders with clarity and precision
• Maintain excellent organizational practices and attention to detail in all record-keeping and documentation

Requirements:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience building AR/VR systems or prototypes
• Master's and/or PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field
• Proficiency in MATLAB, C#, C++, or Python for application development and scripting
• Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine development
• CAD software proficiency in SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or OnShape
• Rapid prototyping techniques including 3D printing (FDM, SLA) and basic fabrication methods
• Optical metrology and measurement techniques
• Database design and management (SQL, NoSQL)
• Data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or R
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail