Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Avionics, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to revolutionize global connectivity through a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in the Avionics team, you'll be at the forefront of developing critical software systems that power these next-generation satellites.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology while making a meaningful impact on global connectivity. You'll be responsible for developing software that enables, integrates, and operates various sensing, compute, and bus systems of the satellite system. This includes working with microcontrollers and bus systems like CAN, RS-422, RS-485, and Ethernet.

The position requires strong leadership skills as you'll be leading software architecture design reviews and ensuring Amazon's high development standards are maintained. You'll collaborate with top-tier engineers across multiple spacecraft design and integration teams, working on problems that haven't been solved at scale before.

This is an ideal role for someone who combines technical expertise in embedded systems with leadership experience and a passion for space technology. You'll be working in Redmond, WA, with a competitive salary range of $151,300 to $261,500, plus equity and comprehensive benefits.

The role offers significant growth potential within Amazon's space initiatives, working on technology that will provide internet access to underserved communities worldwide. You'll need to be comfortable with ambiguity and excited about solving complex technical challenges in satellite systems.

Key technical areas include embedded software development, hardware integration, bus systems, and satellite avionics. The role requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to export control requirements. If you're passionate about space technology, embedded systems, and want to make a global impact while working with cutting-edge technology, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to be part of Amazon's space innovation journey.