Embedded Software Dev Engineer, Project Kuiper Customer Terminal Software

Amazon's Project Kuiper is building a constellation of satellites to provide global broadband access.
$129,300 - $223,600
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Space · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Embedded Software Dev Engineer, Project Kuiper Customer Terminal Software

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to revolutionize global connectivity through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). This role is part of the Customer Terminal Software Team, which is crucial in developing the devices that connect customers to the Kuiper network. As an Embedded Software Dev Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing software for consumer electronic products that will help bridge the digital divide worldwide.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that will bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities globally. You'll be developing embedded software for terrestrial devices, working with various programming languages including assembly, C, C++, and Rust. The role requires expertise in real-time embedded software, Linux, and RTOS, combining both technical depth and breadth.

Working at Amazon's Project Kuiper means joining a team that's breaking new ground with every device they design. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical coverage.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced embedded software engineer who wants to make a significant impact on global connectivity while working with cutting-edge satellite technology. The position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to export control requirements, and offers the chance to be part of a mission-driven team working on technology that will transform access to broadband internet worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Embedded Software Dev Engineer, Project Kuiper Customer Terminal Software

  • Develop embedded software for terrestrial devices within the Project Kuiper system
  • Participate in all phases of SDLC including requirements gathering, design, code, test, and code/test coverage
  • Developing embedded software in assembly, C, C++, Rust or other languages
  • Review schematics, logic analyzer, and embedded software trouble-shooting techniques
  • Work collaboratively with teams inside and outside of Amazon
  • Design and implement embedded software used in the Project Kuiper products

Requirements For Embedded Software Dev Engineer, Project Kuiper Customer Terminal Software

Linux
  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language
  • Experience with real-time embedded software philosophies and practices
  • Expertise with Linux and RTOS
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Embedded Software Dev Engineer, Project Kuiper Customer Terminal Software

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Full range of medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Sign-on payments
  • Competitive base pay based on location

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