Software Development Engineer II, Post Silicon Validation

Annapurna Labs, an AWS organization with development centers in the U.S. and Israel, builds custom silicon and software for AWS customers. Our team combines cloud-scale innovation with world-class expertise Basic qualifications: - 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience - 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience - Experience programming with at least one software programming language - - 3+ years of hands-on post-silicon validation or system validation engineering experience - - Strong programming skills (Python, Lua, C/C++, Rust) for production-quality test code - - Experience developing and executing validation test plans for complex SoCs, CPUs, or accelerators - - Hands-on lab experience with hardware bring-up and debug equipment - - Solid understanding of computer architecture and digital design principles - - Proficiency with Linux environments, Git, and SSH - - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex hardware/software issues Preferred: - 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience - Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent - Knowledge of AWS or cloud technologies - - Experience building automated test frameworks and CI/CD pipelines - - Deep domain expertise in PCIe (Gen4/Gen5/Gen6) or HBM2/HBM3 - - Experience with ML hardware architectures, neural network accelerators, or GPU validation - - Hands-on experience with emulation platforms (Palladium, Zebu, Veloce) - - Firmware development experience (BIOS, BMC, drivers) - - Experience with EDA simulation tools and SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches - - Track record of leading validation efforts and mentoring engineers - - Highly motivated self-starter comfortable with ambiguity and fast-paced environments - - A systems thinker who understands the full validation lifecycle—from RTL simulation and emulation test bench development through silicon failure analysis and debug. 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. 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 - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually