JobsSr. Hardware Engineer - ML Acceleration, Annapurna Labs
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Sr. Hardware Engineer - ML Acceleration, Annapurna Labs

Amazon

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/21/2026

Compensation

$185,200 - $287,500 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.1% approval+9% YoY
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Job description

The Hardware Design Engineer role at Annapurna Labs involves defining, designing, and validating next-generation ML chips and server integration for AWS. As a senior member of the hardware team, you will focus on PCIe and SerDes topics to create customized platforms for AWS data centers. This position requires leadership in applying new technologies to large-scale server deployments, ensuring a world-class customer experience. You will work in a fast-paced environment with industry thought leaders, striving for continuous improvement in product performance and quality.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Deep knowledge of PCIe interface Gen4 or above, both Electrical and Functional at the chip and PCB level
  • Understanding of Transmission line theory and Electromagnetics as applied in SerDes and signal interfaces
  • Hands-on lab equipment skills for electrical validation and characterization
  • Scripting skills to automate tests and data collection
  • Strong technical communication skills to interface with cross-functional teams
  • Experience with server hardware designs and signal integrity of high-speed interfaces
  • Knowledge of the product development cycle from concept to mass production
  • Strong analytical capabilities
  • Ability to work independently and drive tasks from start to completion
  • Experience with server (x86 / ARM) design or architecture

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the design and execution of PCIe and SerDes topics for AWS ML chips
  • Design and optimize hardware for data centers
  • Provide leadership in applying new technologies to server deployments
  • Collaborate with ODMs, IP Silicon vendors, and internal design teams to resolve issues
  • Work cross-functionally with software teams to implement diagnostics for hardware validation

Benefits

  • 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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Amazon Com Services Llc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

3,290

FY2026

Approval rate

99.1%

FY2026

LCA certified

32,937

FY2026

Entry-level share

10.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+9%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-44%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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