Sr. Hardware Engineer - ML Acceleration, Annapurna Labs
AmazonSr. Hardware Engineer - ML Acceleration, Annapurna Labs
AmazonLocation
Cupertino, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
10/21/2026
Compensation
$185,200 - $287,500 per year
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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