David Guerin

Director, Robotic Storage Technology at Amazon Robotics

RoboticsSystems EngineeringTechnical Program ManagementNew Product Introduction (NPI)Distributed SystemsCross-functional Team Leadership
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About

I'm David Guerin, currently serving as the Director of Robotic Storage Technology at Amazon Robotics. My career has been defined by a deep dive into complex systems, starting from my early days in engineering at Raytheon and L-3 to my last decade at Amazon. I'm passionate about the intersection of hardware and software, specifically how we can use modular design and distributed systems to solve massive scalability challenges in fulfillment. I lead a global, multi-disciplinary team that I find incredibly humbling to work with every day. I'm always looking to connect with talented engineers and program managers who share a 'Day 1' mentality and a drive to build cutting-edge tech. Whether you're interested in the future of robotics or looking for your next big challenge in NPI, I'm happy to share what we're building and explore how we might work together.

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What I can offer

  • ›Insights into robotics at massive scale
  • ›Expertise in NPI and modular system architecture
  • ›Mentorship on technical program management and engineering leadership

Looking for

  • ›Software and Hardware Engineers
  • ›Technical Product and Program Managers
  • ›expanding my professional network
  • ›exploring mutual opportunities in robotics and fulfillment

Best fit for

Robotics engineersTechnical program managersTech talent looking for roles at Amazon RoboticsIndustry peers in systems engineering

Current Interests

Mobile robotic product linesLarge-scale fulfillment systemsModular designMulti-disciplinary collaboration

Background

Career

Began as an Engineering Lead at Raytheon, followed by leadership roles at L-3 Maritime Systems and Mercury Computer Systems. Joined Amazon Robotics in 2014 as a Technical Program Manager and rose through senior management to Director.

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Achievements

  • ›Leads a global, mixed-discipline development team for Amazon’s custom storage technology
  • ›Transitioned a mobile robot from storage to sortation application in record time using modular architecture
  • ›Oversees NPI roadmaps from development to general availability at Amazon scale

Opinions

  • It is always 'Day 1'—maintaining a startup mentality even at scale
  • A 'never give up' attitude is essential for challenging technical requirements
  • Modularity is the key to speed-to-market and product flexibility
  • Leadership should be a humbling experience focused on the team