About this Technical Program Manager role at Rivr
RIVR, part of Amazon is a robotics company pioneering Physical AI through real-world doorstep delivery. Founded in 2024 as an ETH Zurich spin-off, RIVR developed wheeled-legged robots designed to operate in complex, unstructured environments such as stairs, gates, doors, and uneven urban terrain. We believe that achieving general physical intelligence requires solving real customer problems in the real world, where robots can learn from rich operational data at scale.
Following our acquisition by Amazon in March 2026, we are continuing this mission with greater reach and speed. By combining custom robot hardware, onboard autonomy, and cloud-based coordination, RIVR, part of Amazon is building the next generation of safe, reliable autonomous robots for last-mile delivery.
Job Description
As a Technical PM, you will be responsible for: 1) supply chain coordination of the electronic components and embedded systems of our robots,conduct technical review/QA directly with suppliers. 2) Testing, trouble shooting of power electronics, digital electronics (PCBA validation), firmware, communication protocols, and interfaces on robots. 3）Overseeing small-batch production timeline and quality management with suppliers. 4）Functional calibration and test bench development and set up. 5)Collaborating closely with both the supply chain & manufacturing team in Shanghai and the engineering team in Zurich, you will contribute to ensuring the reliable integration and high performance of the electronic systems in our robots.
We are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, hands-on environment and has a proven track record of bringing electromechanical systems from prototype to production, with a strong focus on quality and supply chain efficiency.
What you’ll be doing
Independent supply chain coordination of the electronic components and embedded systems of our robots,conduct technical review/QA directly with suppliers.
Independent Testing and trouble shooting of power electronics, digital electronics (PCBA validation), firmware, communication protocols, and interfaces on robots.
Functional calibration and test bench development and set up.
Collaborate with mechanical engineers to ensure seamless integration of electronics into mechanical assemblies.
Identify, evaluate, select, and manage suppliers for electrical components and subassemblies.
Work closely with suppliers for the transfer of designs and technical documentation.
Perform thorough testing and troubleshooting of electronic and embedded systems.
Support continuous improvement cycles across assembly, testing, and deployment phases.
Document processes, test results, and improvements to ensure traceability and knowledge sharing.
Coordinate with the Zurich R&D team and local suppliers to implement design updates quickly and reliably.
Support design improvements and iteration in the context of manufacturability.
What you must have
Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Embedded Systems.
5+ years of hands-on experience in electrical system development, testing, and low-volume manufacturing.
Experience in setting up functional benches for electronic components.
Generate test bench’s test script and test plan.
Experience in the testing, and integration of PCBAs for embedded or robotic systems.
Strong trouble-shooting skills for embedded hardware and firmware.
Familiarity with power distribution, motor controllers, sensors, and communication protocols (CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, etc.).
Familiarity with ROS, embedded Linux, or microcontroller platforms (e.g., STM32, ESP32, etc.).
Familiarity with AI tools that lift work productivity.
Proven track record of working with external suppliers.
Experience with quality control and validation of electrical components and assemblies.
Strong adaptability and comfort with frequent iteration and evolving designs.
Strong communication skill and ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
Fluent in Mandarin and English to effectively navigate local and international interactions
Get some bonus points
Experience in the robotic, automotive, Semi-conductor, and consumer electronics sector.
Experience in startups or fast-paced product development environments.
Experience with compliance testing (EMC, safety, etc.) for robotic or embedded products.
