The Validation Engineer role at Annapurna Labs focuses on validating next-generation machine learning accelerators for AWS's cloud infrastructure. The position involves working in a dynamic environment with a team of experts to ensure high-quality and performance standards across the product development lifecycle. Responsibilities include collaborating with various teams and bridging hardware and software domains. This role is pivotal in enhancing the validation processes for cutting-edge technology that impacts machine learning acceleration.

• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Lua, C/C++, Rust, or Go.
• A solid understanding of computer architecture.
• Experience with AWS services and cloud infrastructure.
• Validation experience in areas like PCIe, HBM, GPUs, or neural networks.
• Familiarity with the validation lifecycle from RTL simulation to silicon failure analysis.
• 3+ years of experience in design or architecture of systems.
• Experience with machine learning fundamentals and tools.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

• Develop comprehensive validation strategies and detailed test plans.
• Execute complex test plans from RTL simulation to physical silicon validation.
• Conduct hands-on silicon bring-up and debug in the lab.
• Validate ML accelerator performance using real-world neural network workloads.
• Build test infrastructure and automated regression frameworks.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, firmware, and software teams to address failures.
• Review test results and provide feedback to improve design quality.
• Support production systems in AWS data centers and address field issues.

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.