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Physical Design Verification Manager, Annapurna Labs

Amazon$201K — $272K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS + 10 yrs or MS + 9 yrs in EE, CS, or related field
  • 8+ years in physical verification
  • 5+ years managing engineers or budgets
  • Expertise in Calibre, IC Validator, or PVS
  • Experience in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Tcl
  • Proven ability to build high-performing teams

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end physical verification strategy for complex SoCs
  • Define verification closure roadmap and resource allocation
  • Standardize verification methodologies across the organization
  • Drive automation of reporting and debug flows using Python/Perl
  • Lead and mentor a team of Sr. PDV Engineers
  • Pilot next-gen verification technologies to address node complexities

Benefits

  • Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
Custom SoCs (System on Chip) live at the heart of AWS Machine Learning servers. As a member of the Cloud-Scale Machine Learning Acceleration team you'll be responsible for the design and optimization of Silicon and Hardware in our data centers including AWS Inferentia, Trainium Systems (our custom designed machine learning inference and training datacenter servers). Our success depends on our world-class server infrastructure; we're handling massive scale and rapid integration of emergent technologies.

We're looking for a Physical Design Verification Manager to join our backend team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading our Physical Design Verification Team by owning the end-to-end physical verification strategy for AWS's most complex SoCs (≥100M gates), from floorplan to tape-out.

Key job responsibilities

-Own end-to-end physical verification strategy for AWS's most complex SoCs (≥100M gates), from floorplan to tape-out

-Define verification closure roadmap, resource allocation, and risk-mitigation plans for concurrent projects

-Standardize industry-leading verification methodologies (Calibre, IC Validator, PVS) across the organization

-Drive automation of runsets, reporting, and debug flows using Python/Perl scripts; reduce manual effort by ≥40%

-Lead a team of 3-5 Sr. PDV Engineers, setting goals, conducting quarterly reviews, and career-pathing

-Mentor junior engineers on advanced-node debug techniques, DFM, and reliability verification (IR drop, EM)

-Pilot next-gen verification technologies (e.g., AI-driven DRC, parallel cloud-based LVS) to stay ahead of 5nm/3nm node complexities

About the team

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge-sharing and mentorship. Our senior members enjoy one-on-one mentoring and thorough, but kind, code reviews. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects that help our team members develop your engineering expertise so you feel empowered to take on more complex tasks in the future.

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- BS + 10 yrs or MS + 9 yrs in EE, CS, or related field

- 8+ years in physical verification, 5+ years managing engineers or budgets

- Expertise in Calibre, IC Validator, or PVS

- Experience in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Tcl

- Experience building high-performing teams and aligning cross-functional priorities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Advanced-node expertise: 5nm, 4nm, or N4P experience-especially with AWS/N4P designs

- DFM & Reliability: Deep knowledge of IR drop, EM, ESD, and parametric yield analysis

- Publications: Technical papers or presentations at DAC, ISSCC, or internal AWS forums

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, Cupertino - 201,300.00 - 272,400.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Austin - 175,100.00 - 236,900.00 USD annually

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