We are looking for candidates with
Strong programming skills (Python, Lua, C/C++, Rust, Go, etc)
A solid understanding of computer architecture and chip/system validation methodologies
Experience with cloud infrastructure and CI/CD
Firmware testing and/or development (BIOS, BMC, drivers)
Domain expertise in any of these areas: PCIe, HBM, GPUs, neural networks, ML HW architecture
Knowledge of the full validation lifecycle from RTL simulation (SystemVerilog/UVM, VCS, Questa, Xcelium) and emulation (Palladium, Zebu, Veloce) through silicon failure analysis and debug
A day in the life
Developing comprehensive validation strategies and leads new methodologies to improve validation coverage and time to root cause.
Role models detailed test plans covering functional, performance, power, and stress testing from silicon bring-up to product release
Mentors and provides direction to junior validation engineers
Executes complex test plans from RTL simulation and emulation environments through physical silicon validation
Handing complex debug including hands-on silicon bring-up and debug in the lab using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers
Validating ML accelerator performance, accuracy, and reliability using real-world neural network workloads
Building test infrastructure, CI/CD, and automated regression frameworks to enable efficient validation at scale
Collaborating across architecture, design, firmware, and software teams to triage failures and drive root cause analysis to closure
Reviewing test results, identifying patterns, and providing feedback to improve design quality and validation coverage
Delivering new tests to production systems in AWS data centers and manufacturing to improve fleet health
5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
Bachelor's degree or above in computer science, computer engineering, or related field, or Bachelor's degree
5+ years of non-internship system test development, code reviews, source control management, build processes, automated deployments, and operations experience.
Experience with Linux environments and Git.
Experience with server hardware and debug tools
Experience with Machine Learning Hardware/Software Architecture
Experience with CI/CD
Experience with EDA Simulations or Emulation
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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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, CA, Cupertino - 193,300.00 - 261,500.00 USD annually
USA, CA, San Diego - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually
