ML Compiler Engineer, Neuron Kernel Interface

ML Compiler EngineerAWS Machine Learning accelerators are at the forefront of AWS innovation. Trainium delivers best-in-class ML training performance with the most teraflops (TFLOPS) of compute power for ML in the cloud. This is all enabled by the AWS Neuron Software Development Kit (SDK), which includes an ML compiler, the Neuron Kernel Interface (NKI) compiler, and a runtime that natively integrates into popular ML frameworks such as PyTorch and JAX.Neuron Kernel Interface (NKI) is a bare-metal language and compiler for directly programming AWS Trainium instances. You can use NKI to develop, optimize, and run new operators directly on hardware while making full use of available compute and memory resources.As an ML Compiler Engineer with the Annapurna Neuron team, you develop and scale compilers to handle the world's largest ML workloads on AWS Trainium. You design and ship features across the compiler stack, work directly with Amazon ML partner teams to unblock their workloads, and grow your skills alongside senior engineers.

You want to work close to the hardware, help bring new products and features to market, and ship high-quality code.A background in Machine Learning, AI accelerators, or Kernel performance is helpful, but not required. In order to be considered for this role, candidates must be located near or willing to relocate to Seattle or Cupertino.Key job responsibilities:Design and build compiler features for the Neuron compilers. Your work may span the frontend, intermediate representations, optimization passes, and code generation for the hardware.Own features from design through production: design, implement, test on hardware and simulation, and support customers.Work with Amazon ML teams (PyTorch, JAX, and internal model teams) to understand their workloads and unblock them.Give hardware teams compiler and programmability feedback on upcoming chips.Review code and designs, and mentor newer engineers.Basic qualifications:3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience1+ years of software development engineer or related occupational experience1+ years of designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, multi-threaded, embedded or distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using: C#, C++, Java, or Perl experience1+ years of Object Oriented Design experienceBachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related fieldExperience programming with at least one software programming languagePreferred qualifications:3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experienceBachelor's degree in computer science or equivalentAmazon 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 for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.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 CA, Cupertino - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annuallyUSA, WA, Seattle - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually