Software Development Engineer, Kuiper Avionics Test Engineering

Earth's most customer-centric company focused on innovation and ambitious projects.
$129,300 - $223,600
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Space

Description For Software Development Engineer, Kuiper Avionics Test Engineering

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities worldwide. As a Software Development Engineer on the Kuiper Avionics Test Engineering team, you'll be at the forefront of satellite system design, verification test, and operations. You'll work with top-notch software and electrical engineers to develop and deliver test systems for avionics subsystems, including flight computers, power delivery, and RF systems.

The role combines hands-on technical development with strategic problem-solving, requiring expertise in both software development and hardware integration. You'll be responsible for creating automation software for sophisticated lab equipment, developing continuous delivery pipelines, and providing critical operational support for production testing.

This position offers unique challenges in solving problems that haven't been addressed at scale before, with the opportunity to make a positive impact on tens of millions of people through improved global connectivity. The team culture emphasizes innovation, technical excellence, and customer-centric thinking, aligned with Amazon's broader mission.

Working at Amazon means joining a company that values innovation as part of its DNA, with competitive compensation including base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology that will shape the future of global communications.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, Kuiper Avionics Test Engineering

  • Develop software for automated hardware test execution
  • Develop automation software for lab equipment
  • Support development and deployment of test systems
  • Provide operational support for software used in development and production testing
  • Manage and develop continuous delivery pipelines
  • Participate in software design for satellite avionics systems

Requirements For Software Development Engineer, Kuiper Avionics Test Engineering

Python
Go
Java
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar technical field
  • 3+ years of full software development life cycle experience
  • Experience with setup, control and automation of hardware, such as lab equipment
  • Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Software Development Engineer, Kuiper Avionics Test Engineering

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Equity compensation
  • Sign-on payments
  • Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits

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