Cuong Nguyen

Cuong Nguyen, PhD, is a highly skilled Hardware Development Engineer and Team Lead at Amazon Lab126, where he has been instrumental in various engineering projects since January 2017. His expertise lies primarily in electrical engineering (EE) and signal integrity (SI), with a focus on developing hardware for consumer electronics, including notable products like the Amazon Echo.

Education

• PhD in Electrical Engineering: The University of Texas at Arlington (2010 - 2015)
  • Dissertation: "Design and Fabrication of Iridium Oxide (IrOx)-based Micro-Electrode Arrays for Biomedical Devices"
• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics: Hanoi University of Technology (2003 - 2008)
  • Graduated top 10 in his class.

Professional Experience

• Amazon Lab126 (January 2017 - November 2021)

  • Led the electrical engineering team for multiple programs, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Responsibilities included evaluating components for cost efficiency, designing power management systems, and overseeing hardware validation tests.

• Amazon Glow Team (November 2021 - November 2022)

  • Focused on the design and analysis of optical systems for Amazon Glow products, collaborating with counterparts in China.

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) (November 2022 - Present)

  • Currently serves as a Senior Hardware Development Engineer, specializing in PCIe interface design and hardware validation testing.

Teaching Experience

Cuong has also contributed to academia as a lecturer at San Jose State University, teaching courses related to electronics and embedded systems from December 2016 to July 2018.

Skills and Contributions

Cuong Nguyen is recognized for his ability to drive engineering design processes, perform complex circuit analyses, and manage cross-functional teams effectively. His work has significantly impacted the performance and reliability of Amazon's consumer products through rigorous testing and innovative design solutions.

Overall, Cuong Nguyen combines substantial academic credentials with practical industry experience, making him a valuable asset in hardware development at Amazon.