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Annapurna Labs, an Amazon team, designs and delivers high-end, custom silicon at the heart of AWS. Our chips don't just support the cloud; they define it. From Trainium, the purpose-built ML accelerator driving the next wave of AI innovation, to Graviton, the Arm-based server processor redefining price-performance for compute workloads, to Nitro, the advanced network and cloud management controller that underpins every AWS instance, Annapurna's products set the standard for the industry.
Why Join Us
At Annapurna Labs, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's redefining semiconductor technology. We offer an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Your work will directly impact millions of customers worldwide, driving the future of cloud computing.
Watch these videos to learn more about Annapurna Labs.
AWS re:Invent 2025 - Keynote with Peter DeSantis and Dave Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeUpUK0nhC0
Reducing design for test (DFT) effort with Tessent Streaming Scan Network (SSN) - Dan Trock, Amazon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYpqna1ac-4
Key job responsibilities
In this highly-visible role you will assume responsibility over a full range of DFT in an extremely challenging project, leading a talented team of engineers, working closely with frontend and backend teams. You will participate in architecture and design reviews, create design solutions for testability, debug ability, reliability and yield improvement. You will provide design constraints for implementation and sign-off. You will build work plans, drive and track their execution. You will be closely involved in silicon bring-up, reliability testing and advanced physical failure analysis activities, and will be responsible for getting a high-quality product out into AWS fleet for millions of our customers quickly. Come and join us as we work hard, have fun, and make history.
About the team
We are a passionate group of world-class DFT experts dedicated to pushing technological boundaries. Our team operates in a collaborative, high-performance environment where innovation meets precision. We're committed to developing semiconductor solutions that enable cloud computing at a global scale, working closely with cutting-edge technology teams across Amazon.
- Extensive expertise in semiconductor design and DFT engineering
- Advanced knowledge of chip design using Verilog and System Verilog
- Proficient in structural scan techniques and flows
- Deep understanding of memory test and repair methodologies
- Demonstrated experience in leading complex technical projects
- Comprehensive understanding of Design for Debug principles
- Proficiency with Static Timing Analysis (STA)
- Experience with 3D testing technologies
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.
Why Join Us
At Annapurna Labs, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's redefining semiconductor technology. We offer an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Your work will directly impact millions of customers worldwide, driving the future of cloud computing.
Watch these videos to learn more about Annapurna Labs.
AWS re:Invent 2025 - Keynote with Peter DeSantis and Dave Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeUpUK0nhC0
Reducing design for test (DFT) effort with Tessent Streaming Scan Network (SSN) - Dan Trock, Amazon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYpqna1ac-4
Key job responsibilities
In this highly-visible role you will assume responsibility over a full range of DFT in an extremely challenging project, leading a talented team of engineers, working closely with frontend and backend teams. You will participate in architecture and design reviews, create design solutions for testability, debug ability, reliability and yield improvement. You will provide design constraints for implementation and sign-off. You will build work plans, drive and track their execution. You will be closely involved in silicon bring-up, reliability testing and advanced physical failure analysis activities, and will be responsible for getting a high-quality product out into AWS fleet for millions of our customers quickly. Come and join us as we work hard, have fun, and make history.
About the team
We are a passionate group of world-class DFT experts dedicated to pushing technological boundaries. Our team operates in a collaborative, high-performance environment where innovation meets precision. We're committed to developing semiconductor solutions that enable cloud computing at a global scale, working closely with cutting-edge technology teams across Amazon.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering- Extensive expertise in semiconductor design and DFT engineering
- Advanced knowledge of chip design using Verilog and System Verilog
- Proficient in structural scan techniques and flows
- Deep understanding of memory test and repair methodologies
- Demonstrated experience in leading complex technical projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Expertise in verification methodologies, particularly UVM- Comprehensive understanding of Design for Debug principles
- Proficiency with Static Timing Analysis (STA)
- Experience with 3D testing technologies
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.
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