PpJob ID: | Amazon.com Services LLC /p pAmazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high‑profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best‑selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced numerous devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV and Amazon Echo. What will you help us create? The team that built the innovative SoCs AZ3 and AZ3 Pro that power the latest generation of Echo devices is looking for a Senior Pre‑Silicon Performance Validation Engineer to continue to innovate on behalf of our customers. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liDesign and execute comprehensive validation strategies for silicon performance during the pre‑silicon phase using RTL simulations, emulation platforms, and virtual prototypes. /li liDevelop test plans that verify performance against design specifications before tape‑out. /li liCreate and maintain validation infrastructure including test benches, performance models, simulation environments, and automated validation frameworks. /li liDevelop and maintain performance models to predict silicon behavior including frequency, power consumption, and thermal characteristics. /li liCreate methodologies for accurate performance prediction and correlation with expected post‑silicon results. /li liIdentify performance bottlenecks through simulation and analysis, working with design teams to implement optimization strategies before tape‑out. /li liDebug and perform root‑cause analysis. /li liEstablish validation methodologies and best practices that can be adopted across the organization; create comprehensive checklists and procedures for performance validation activities. /li liWork closely with architecture, RTL design, verification and emulation teams to ensure performance requirements are met throughout the pre‑silicon development cycle. /li liProvide early feedback to design teams on performance optimization opportunities. /li liCollaborate with external partners and vendors on emulation and virtual platform activities. /li /ul h3Basic Qualifications /h3 ul li7+ years of UVM, C, System C, and scripting experience. /li liDeep understanding of digital design principles, timing analysis, and power management techniques; expertise in pre‑silicon performance validation methodologies for complex SoCs or processors using simulation, emulation, and virtual platforms. /li liBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field with 7+ years of experience. /li liProficiency with industry‑standard tools including RTL simulators (VCS, Questa, Xcelium), emulation platforms (Palladium, Zebu), and performance analysis tools. /li liStrong programming skills in Python, C/C++, SystemVerilog, or similar languages for test automation and performance modeling. /li liStrong knowledge of semiconductor design flows from architecture to tape‑out and their impact on performance. /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liMaster's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field. /li liProven track record of successful pre‑silicon performance validation on multiple tape‑outs. /li liUnderstanding of performance modeling techniques and correlation methodologies. /li liFamiliarity with industry standards and protocols relevant to the target application domain; experience with machine learning accelerators, multi‑core processors, or similar complex digital designs is a plus. /li liExperience with emulation‑based validation of multi‑core processors or SoCs; knowledge of UPF (Unified Power Format) and low‑power design techniques, performance modeling and early power estimation methodologies. /li liExperience with virtual prototyping and transaction‑level modelling (TLM). Background in RTL design, verification, or architecture is beneficial. /li /ul pLos Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. /p pAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. /p pBase salary: 183,000.00 – 247,600.00 USD annually (includes sign‑on payments, RSUs and benefits). /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr