Software Development Engineer, Nitro Card, Annapurna Labs - Amazon

Description AWS Nitro is the underlying platform for our next generation EC2 instances. Comprised of custom AWS hardware and software that work together to deliver security and performance that is indistinguishable from bare metal. We have completely re-imagined virtualization infrastructure and looking for experienced engineers to join our tight-knit team. As a Software / Embedded Firmware developer in the Annapurna Nitro team, you will support the ground-up development of key features to support advanced hardware that offloads and accelerates IO for functions, security chips that enable the most secure cloud platform available today, and lightweight hypervisors that manage memory and CPU allocation, delivering bare-metal performance at scale. Read more about Nitro Cards here - https://docs.aws.amazon.com/whitepapers/latest/security-design-of-aws-nitro-system/the-components-of-the-nitro-system.html#the-nitro-cards Join us today and shape the future of one of AWS fastest growing products! Key job responsibilities - Research, design, implement changes for Firmware to support various HW units in the Nitro card - Debug complex, system-level, multi-component issues across multiple layers from kernel to application - Profile system performance activity and drive optimizations across our software stack - Deliver production-quality code and support its operation in the production environment We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Cupertino, CA, USA | Seattle, WA, USA Basic Qualifications - B.S. Computer Science or related technical field - 5+ years of professional engineering experience - 5+ years of experience with programming language: C or C+- 5+ years of experience in embedded Linux systems Preferred Qualifications - Experience with Linux kernel - Experience with Device Driver in Embedded System - Experience with either storage protocols ( PCIE/NVME/SATA/SCSI) OR network protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP) Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $115,000/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.