Senior Modem Design Verification Engineer, Amazon Leo

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.The RoleBe part of Amazon Leo’s sub‑team responsible for defining and implementing the digital chip SOCs for communications via Low Earth Orbit satellites and Amazon gateways. This is a unique opportunity to define a groundbreaking wireless solution with few legacy constraints. The team works with customer requirements and wireless system teams to define modems, high‑speed interfaces, embedded processors, and DSP solutions in latest CMOS generation technologies.In this role you will:Implement a state of the art verification environment for modem IP and subsystem to facilitate testing of the DUT against reference Matlab/C models.Develop detailed test plans and write tests, run regressions, collect coverage matrices and report progress to the program.Understand and debug system level communication scenarios on pre silicon and post silicon environments.Work with the design and communication systems team and participate in system level verification using test benches constructed using UVM, SystemC and DPI‑C.Develop a highly automated environment to triage regression fails and report issues to stakeholders.Export Control RequirementDue to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or a related field.3+ years of UVM, C, System C, and scripting experience.7+ years in verification preferably in communication systems.Preferred QualificationsMaster's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical / Communications Engineering.10+ years in digital verification, preferably in communication systems.Familiarity with Matlab.Modem design verification experience.System C or Matlab model: development or DV integration experience.Familiarity with formal verification techniques.Strong written and verbal skills.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicantsJob 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, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Inclusive CultureOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.CompensationOur compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $143,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.#J-18808-Ljbffr