Sr. Post Silicon Engineer , Amazon LEO

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC in Redmond, WA seeks a Senior Post Silicon Engineer to lead validation and bring-up of the MODEM SOC and high-speed peripherals. You will drive validation plans, develop test platforms, and collaborate with DV, design and manufacturing to ensure smooth integration into Amazon LEO products.

The role requires 8+ years in SOC/ASIC validation, strong PLL characterization, and hands-on experience with lab instruments and JTAG debugging tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of work experience in Bring Up, Validation and characterisation of SOC or ASIC.
• Proficient in characterizing PLL performance through metrics like jitter, phase noise.
• Familiarity with protocols such as I2C, SPI, I3C and eMMC.
• Experience using bench top instruments such as Power Supply, DMM, High Speed Oscilloscope, Signal generator, Spectrum Analyzer, BERT, RF Switches and DAQs.
• Working knowledge of programming languages such as Python and Embedded C.
• Expertise with JTAG-based debugging tools (e.g., Lauterbach).

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive validation and characterization planning for MODEM SOC and high-speed peripherals (LPDDR4, SerDes).
• Design and develop SOC test platforms with robust architectural integrity.
• Develop and maintain advanced test automation and comprehensive testbenches for high-speed interfaces and peripheral (I3C, QSPI, Ethernet).
• Conduct system-level debugs in collaboration with cross-functional teams (Design, DV, Architecture, Manufacturing).
• Work with FPGA, Emulators and DV Environment to ensure successful Bring Up.

Skills

SOC bring-up

Validation & characterization

Python programming

Embedded C

JTAG debugging

High-speed interfaces

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Lauterbach JTAG

Oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

BERT

DAQs

Job description

Description

Amazon LEO is expanding global broadband access through a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites. You will be part of a team that works on cutting edge silicon engineered to operate in the harsh environment of space. As a Senior Post Silicon Engineer, you will be a critical member of a high-performance team responsible for bringing up, validating, and characterizing cutting-edge MODEM SOC. You will drive functional validation and characterization of high-speed interfaces and ensure successful integration of the MODEM SOC in Amazon LEO products.

Export Control Requirement

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Key job responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive validation and characterization planning for MODEM SOC and high-speed peripherals (LPDDR4, SerDes)
• Design and develop SOC test platforms with robust architectural integrity
• Develop and maintain advanced test automation and comprehensive testbenches for high-speed interfaces and peripheral (I3C, QSPI, Ethernet)
• Conduct system-level debugs in collaboration with cross-functional teams (Design, DV, Architecture, Manufacturing)
• Work with FPGA, Emulators and DV Environment to ensure successful Bring Up.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• 8+ years of work experience in Bring Up, Validation and characterisation of SOC or ASIC
• Proficient in characterizing PLL performance through metrics like jitter, phase noise
• Familiarity with protocols such as I2C, SPI, I3C and eMMC
• Experience using Bench top instruments such as Power Supply, DMM, High Speed Oscilloscope, Signal generator, Spectrum Analyzer, BERT, RF Switches and DAQs
• Working knowledge of programming languages such as Python and Embedded C
• Expertise with JTAG-based debugging tools (e.g., Lauterbach)

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ Years of experience Validating and Characterizing High speed peripherals – LPDDR4 (or Equivalent) and SerDes
• Knowledge of Power Analysis and Characterisation, Signal-Integrity and Power-Integrity
• Experience using FPGA or Emulator for Pre-Silicon Validation and Bring-Up Prep.
• Working knowledge of a MODEM is a plus
• High sense of ownership, urgency, and drive; resourceful, and able to deliver results with minimal direction

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, TX, Austin - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Redmond - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually

Company

- Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Job ID: A10522921