Hardware Engineer - ML Acceleration, Annapurna Labs

About the Position

Hardware Engineer - ML Acceleration, Annapurna Labs

Senior

129,000 - 200,000 USD/yr

Austin, TX

Annapurna Labs (our organization within AWS UC) designs silicon and software that accelerates innovation. Customers choose us to create cloud solutions that solve challenges that were unimaginable a short time ago-even yesterday. Our custom chips, accelerators, and software stacks enable us to take on technical challenges that have never been seen before, and deliver results that help our customers change the world.

We are seeking a Hardware Design Engineer with a role in the definition, design, and validation of AWS next-generation ML Chips, Cards, and server integration. As a senior member of our hardware team, you will have the opportunity to participate in the design and execution of all PCIe and Serdes topics, with the goal of creating and customized platforms that fit within AWS datacenter’s world-leading technology.

As a member of the Machine Learning Acceleration team, you’ll be responsible for the design and optimization of hardware in our data centers. You’ll provide leadership in the application of new technologies to large-scale server deployments in a continuous effort to deliver a world-class customer experience. This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging position, and you’ll work with thought leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll have high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your products' performance, quality, and cost. We’re changing an industry, and we want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize hardware for ML acceleration in AWS data centers.
• Participate in the definition, design, and validation of next-generation ML chips and server integration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class customer experiences.
• Provide leadership in applying new technologies to large-scale server deployments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience identifying bugs in architecture, algorithms, functionality, and performance with strong overall debugging skills.
• Experience verifying at multiple levels of logic from IP blocks to SoCs to full system testing.

Nice to Have

• Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with formal verification techniques including abstraction and end-to-end checking.
• Experience with ARM and various DSP ISAs.
• Experience with current and upcoming RF standards in cellular (4G/5G NR), WiMAX, 802.11ad, microwave backhaul, or related broadband wireless standards.
• Experience with industry standard tools and scripting languages (Python or Perl) for automation.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range: 129,000 - 200,000 USD/year.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and thought leaders in the industry.

About the Company

Annapurna Labs is a part of AWS UC, dedicated to designing silicon and software that accelerates innovation. Our custom chips, accelerators, and software stacks enable us to tackle technical challenges that have never been seen before, delivering results that help our customers change the world.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.

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