The team that built the innovative Silicon IP AZ1 Neural Edge powering the latest generation of Echo devices is looking for an SoC Lab Validation Technician to support post-silicon validation and lab operations as we continue to innovate on behalf of our customers.
We are part of Amazon Lab126 that revolutionized reading with Kindle and reimagined user experience through Echo and Alexa. We want you to help us build on the success of our first generation of ML accelerator at edge.
Work hard. Have fun. Make history.
Key job responsibilities
Perform board-level rework on SoC development and validation platforms, including component soldering, desoldering, wire modifications, and connector replacements
Set up and operate lab equipment such as DC power supplies, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, and signal generators for silicon validation and debug
Execute pre-defined test scripts and validation test plans on emulation, prototyping, and early silicon platforms
Assist in silicon bringup activities including power sequencing verification, clock measurement, and basic functional checkout
Build, configure, and maintain lab test setups and prototype hardware platforms
Perform board-level debug under the guidance of senior validation engineers, including probing signals, capturing waveforms, and documenting observations
Maintain lab inventory, manage equipment calibration schedules, and ensure lab safety compliance
Document test results, rework procedures, and debug findings in a clear and structured manner
Support automation of repetitive lab tasks using basic scripting (Python, shell scripts)
- 3+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience
- Experience in motherboard design, PCB design including schematic capture, stackup and circuit board layout
- Knowledge of tools and measurement devices (oscilloscope, frequency analyzer, or equivalent)
- Experience developing high quality test plans, test designs, test strategies, and test execution
- Knowledge of concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, electronic system design, and decision making
- Experience in reading and understanding schematics and building drawings
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience troubleshooting and debugging technical systems
- Experience in automation via Bash/shell scripting and Perl/Python programming
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication, or a related discipline
- Experience with post-silicon validation
- Familiarity with ARM-based development boards or embedded platforms
- Experience with JTAG, SWD, UART, I2C, SPI, or other common debug/communication interfaces
- Exposure to thermal testing, power measurement, or reliability testing setups
- Experience with version control systems (Git) and issue tracking tools
- Familiarity with bare-metal firmware loading and basic boot flow debug
- Knowledge of ESD-safe handling procedures and cleanroom/lab protocols
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting procedures and collaborating across teams
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