Sr. Hardware Engineer - ML Acceleration, Annapurna Labs

Amazon Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 185,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Annapurna Labs, the AWS organization within Amazon, seeks a Sr. Hardware Engineer to define, design, and validate next-generation ML chips, cards, and server integrations.

You will lead in PCIe/SerDes topics, contribute to high-speed interfaces, and drive hardware validation across data center deployments. You will collaborate with ODMs and internal teams to optimize performance, cost, and reliability while influencing product development from concept to mass production in a fast-paced cloud

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Deep knowledge with PCIe interface Gen4 or above, both Electrical and Functional at the chip level and at the PCB level.
• Deep understanding of Transmission line theory and Electromagnetics and its application in SerDes, Single-ended signal and parallel bus interfaces.
• Hands-on lab equipment skills (VNA, Realtime scope, Sampling scope and its accessories) for electrical validation and characterization.
• Scripting skills to automate tests, logs parsing and data collection.
• Strong technical communication skills (verbal and written) to interface with cross-functional technical leads within and/or outside of the organization.

Responsibilities

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Skills

PCIe Gen4+ expertise

Transmission line theory

Lab equipment skills

Scripting for tests

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

VNA

Realtime scope

Sampling scope

Job description

Sr. Hardware Engineer - ML Acceleration, Annapurna Labs

Annapurna Labs (our organization within Amazon) 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 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 outstanding and meaningful 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.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Deep knowledge with PCIe interface Gen4 or above, both Electrical and Functional at the chip level and at the PCB level.
• Deep understanding of Transmission line theory and Electromagnetics and its application in SerDes, Single-ended signal and parallel bus interfaces. * Work with ODMs, IP Silicon vendors, component suppliers and internal design teams on cross-boundary triaging, debugging, and resolving issues.
• Hands‑on lab equipment skills (VNA, Realtime scope, Sampling scope and its accessories) for electrical validation and characterization.
• Scripting skills to automate tests, logs parsing and data collection.
• Strong technical communication skills (verbal and written) to interface with cross‑functional technical leads within and/or outside of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Server HW designs, Design validation, Production tests and signal integrity of high speed interfaces.
• Knowledge of the product development cycle from concept to mass production.
• Strong analytical capabilities
• The ability to work independently and drive tasks from start to completion
• Ability to work cross functionally with SW team to define and implement diagnostics for hardware validation at component, interface, and system level
• Experience with server (x86 / ARM) design or architecture

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

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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