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Amazon Web Services jobs are among the most OPT-friendly roles in tech. AWS positions in cloud infrastructure, machine learning, and solutions architecture align well with STEM OPT extension eligibility, giving you up to three years of authorized work experience while building toward long-term sponsorship.
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Annapurna Labs stands at the forefront of hardware/software co-design, leading innovation not just within Amazon Web Services (AWS) but across the entire industry. We design and build every component of our hardware and software to create best-in-class machine learning products that accelerate customer workloads through industry leading hardware using our custom silicon solutions. If you're passionate about building the highest-performing, hardware-accelerated Machine Learning systems and want to be part of the entire journey from pre- through post-silicon development, Annapurna Labs offers an exceptional career opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of AI acceleration. At the heart of AWS Machine Learning servers reside our custom Amazon-designed silicon that powers next-generation machine learning capabilities for our customers.
We're seeking an experienced C/C++ engineer to join our embedded software team, where you'll develop bare metal firmware that drives neural network model execution across our custom ASIC-based ML Accelerator chips. Working at the intersection of hardware and software, you'll collaborate closely with our architecture and design teams to co-develop the firmware and custom hardware that enables machine learning within our accelerator chips. Our mission is ambitious: to democratize access to industry-leading ML infrastructure and make deep learning capabilities accessible to everyday software developers. From the ground up, you'll help build the foundation that makes this vision possible. The Annapurna Labs team operates with the agility and culture of a startup, but with the full weight of Amazon behind us.
This is a fast-paced, challenging position, where you'll work with thought-leaders in multiple technology areas. You'll have high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you'll be constantly looking for ways to improve our products' performance, quality, and cost. We're searching for individuals who want to reach beyond what is possible today and change an industry. No prior ML knowledge is required for this role and you will learn about the inner workings of ML and our custom ML accelerators as part of your onboarding.
Key job responsibilities
- Software / hardware architecture and co-design
- Bare metal C/C++ software development, testing, debug, and performance improvements
- Test suite and infrastructure development
- Developing software which can be maintained, improved upon, documented, tested, and reused
- Close collaboration with RTL designers, design verification engineers, other software teams and customers
Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Experience writing firmware or bare metal software using C/C++
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 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, 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.
Our 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223,600/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.
This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Company - Annapurna Labs (U.S.) Inc.
Job ID: A3133286
Description
Annapurna Labs stands at the forefront of hardware/software co-design, leading innovation not just within Amazon Web Services (AWS) but across the entire industry. We design and build every component of our hardware and software to create best-in-class machine learning products that accelerate customer workloads through industry leading hardware using our custom silicon solutions. If you're passionate about building the highest-performing, hardware-accelerated Machine Learning systems and want to be part of the entire journey from pre- through post-silicon development, Annapurna Labs offers an exceptional career opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of AI acceleration. At the heart of AWS Machine Learning servers reside our custom Amazon-designed silicon that powers next-generation machine learning capabilities for our customers.
We're seeking an experienced C/C++ engineer to join our embedded software team, where you'll develop bare metal firmware that drives neural network model execution across our custom ASIC-based ML Accelerator chips. Working at the intersection of hardware and software, you'll collaborate closely with our architecture and design teams to co-develop the firmware and custom hardware that enables machine learning within our accelerator chips. Our mission is ambitious: to democratize access to industry-leading ML infrastructure and make deep learning capabilities accessible to everyday software developers. From the ground up, you'll help build the foundation that makes this vision possible. The Annapurna Labs team operates with the agility and culture of a startup, but with the full weight of Amazon behind us.
This is a fast-paced, challenging position, where you'll work with thought-leaders in multiple technology areas. You'll have high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you'll be constantly looking for ways to improve our products' performance, quality, and cost. We're searching for individuals who want to reach beyond what is possible today and change an industry. No prior ML knowledge is required for this role and you will learn about the inner workings of ML and our custom ML accelerators as part of your onboarding.
Key job responsibilities
- Software / hardware architecture and co-design
- Bare metal C/C++ software development, testing, debug, and performance improvements
- Test suite and infrastructure development
- Developing software which can be maintained, improved upon, documented, tested, and reused
- Close collaboration with RTL designers, design verification engineers, other software teams and customers
Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Experience writing firmware or bare metal software using C/C++
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 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, 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.
Our 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223,600/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.
This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Company - Annapurna Labs (U.S.) Inc.
Job ID: A3133286
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Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
AWS positions in software engineering, data science, and cloud architecture typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Verify your CIP code matches your job duties before accepting an offer to protect your extension eligibility.
Apply before your OPT start date
AWS hiring timelines can run 8 to 12 weeks from application to offer. Start applying at least three months before your current authorization expires to avoid working under an expired EAD while waiting on paperwork.
Target AWS teams with E-Verify enrollment
STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Amazon and AWS are enrolled, but confirm the specific legal entity on your offer letter matches the enrolled entity your DSO uses for your I-983 training plan.
Prepare your I-983 training plan early
AWS will need to complete your I-983 before your STEM extension is approved. Bring a draft to your onboarding meeting that maps your specific AWS role duties to your degree program's learning objectives to speed up the process.
Understand AWS's H-1B sponsorship track record
AWS files thousands of H-1B visa petitions annually, making it one of the most active sponsors for OPT holders transitioning to long-term status. Ask your recruiter about team-level sponsorship timelines during the offer negotiation stage.
Track your 90-day unemployment limit carefully
Any gap between AWS roles or between OPT approval and your start date counts against your 90-day unemployment cap. Keep your DSO updated on start dates, role changes, and any delays to avoid unintentional status violations.
Amazon Web Services Aws OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work at Amazon Web Services on OPT?
Yes. AWS roles in software engineering, cloud architecture, data science, and related technical fields are eligible for both standard 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies. AWS is enrolled in E-Verify, which is required for the STEM extension. Confirm your specific CIP code and job duties align with your degree field before your DSO files the extension.
Does AWS sponsor H-1B visas for OPT employees?
AWS is one of the largest H-1B sponsors in the United States and regularly files petitions for OPT employees transitioning to long-term status. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and depends on your team, role, and performance, but AWS has a well-established process. Ask about team-level sponsorship norms during your offer discussions, and use Migrate Mate to find AWS roles that are actively hiring OPT candidates.
What AWS job titles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Software development engineers, solutions architects, data engineers, machine learning scientists, security engineers, and cloud support engineers are among the roles that commonly qualify. The key requirement is that your job duties connect directly to a STEM-designated degree field. Review your CIP code with your DSO and compare it against your AWS job description before applying for the extension.
How does the I-983 training plan work for an AWS role?
Your I-983 is a formal document your employer co-signs that describes how your AWS role provides practical training related to your degree program. AWS HR or your direct manager will typically complete the employer sections. Bring a draft to onboarding that maps your specific duties to your degree's learning objectives. Your DSO submits it to SEVIS as part of your STEM OPT extension application.
What should I do if my AWS start date is delayed?
Contact your DSO immediately if your AWS start date changes. Any period where you are not employed and not in a grace period counts toward your 90-day OPT unemployment cap. If the delay pushes your start past your EAD expiration, you may need to request a cap-gap extension or explore other authorization options. Do not wait until the last minute to report changes to your DSO.