DFT Design Engineer I, AWS Machine Learning Acceleration

Amazon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 104,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a DFT Design Engineer I to join their AWS Machine Learning Acceleration team in Austin, Texas. The role involves developing and verifying state-of-the-art DFT architectures, collaborating with various teams for implementation, and utilizing your skills in VLSI design and automation scripting. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and experience in DFT methodologies. Competitive salary offered, reflecting market rates and total compensation benefits.

Qualifications

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields.
• Academic, internship, or professional experience with VLSI design or DFT.
• Familiarity with automation script development and/or software development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and verify DFT architectures.
• Work with block designers to integrate DFT implementations.
• Develop effective DFT methodologies.
• Perform RTL coding and Verification.
• Communicate and collaborate with team members across multiple disciplines.

Skills

VLSI design

DFT

Automation script development

Software development

Programming with Perl

Programming with Python

Programming with Tcl

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields

MS degree in EE, CE or CS

Job description

DFT Design Engineer I, AWS Machine Learning Acceleration

Annapurna Labs 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.

As a member of the Silicon Optimization Engineering Team you’ll be responsible for the design and optimization of hardware in our data centers. You’ll contribute to 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 relentlessly high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s 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.

Key job responsibilities

• Develop, implement and verify state-of-the-art Design for Test (DFT) architectures
• Work with block designers to integrate DFT implementations
• Work with physical design team to setup and implement DFT insertion flow
• Develop high coverage and cost effective DFT methodologies
• Perform RTL coding and Verification
• Participate in Silicon debug and write scripts to effectively handle ATE related data
• Communicate and work with team members across multiple disciplines

Why AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

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Work/Life Balance

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Diverse Experiences

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Basic Qualifications

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields
• Academic, internship, or professional experience with VLSI design or DFT
• Familiarity with automation script development and/or software development

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in EE, CE or CS
• Project/internship experience with DFT (SCAN, JTAG or MBIST)
• Good breadth of knowledge in chip design concepts from micro-architecture through physical design
• Experience in programming and scripting with Perl, Python or Tcl

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $104,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Posted: August 21, 2025 (Updated 3 days ago)

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