Software Development Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit.
$129,300 - $223,600
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Space · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Development Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing

Project Kuiper, an ambitious Amazon initiative, is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their Integrated Vehicle Testing team. This role is crucial in developing and implementing software solutions for testing fully assembled satellites in their 3,236-satellite constellation project aimed at providing global broadband access.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of space technology and software development, where you'll be responsible for creating core infrastructure and tools that will serve as the backbone for automated satellite testing operations. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology in a mission-driven environment, helping to close the digital divide by enabling fast, affordable broadband access to underserved communities worldwide.

As a key member of the team, you'll collaborate across ground and space systems, architecting advanced test infrastructure and implementing automated solutions that will enable rapid scaling of manufacturing processes. The role requires strong technical leadership, with responsibilities ranging from understanding complex satellite hardware/software interactions to designing test sequences and managing infrastructure at scale.

The compensation package is competitive, 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 excellent opportunity for experienced developers who want to make a global impact while working on revolutionary space technology.

Note: Due to export control requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents, or lawfully admitted refugees/asylees.

Last updated 21 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing

  • Understand functional principles of Kuiper satellite hardware, software and backend services
  • Provide technical leadership for test solutions development
  • Build software solutions to manage infrastructure for development and production environments
  • Collaborate on system architectures for integrated test venues
  • Lead technical roadmap definition efforts
  • Design and develop complex test sequences
  • Implement best practices for software development
  • Automate build, test and deploy pipelines

Requirements For Software Development Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing

  • 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
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Software Development Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Sign-on payments

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