Software Development Engineer, Kuiper

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch Low Earth Orbit satellites providing high-speed broadband to underserved communities worldwide.
$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

Project Kuiper, an ambitious Amazon initiative, is seeking a talented Software Development Engineer to join their satellite constellation program. This role sits at the intersection of space technology and software engineering, focusing on building systems that will bring high-speed internet to underserved communities worldwide.

As a Software Development Engineer in the Deployment and Release Engineering team, you'll be instrumental in creating and maintaining the infrastructure that powers our satellite deployment systems. You'll work with cutting-edge AWS cloud services, including IAM, Lambda, CloudWatch, and API gateways, while collaborating with teams across the organization to design and implement scalable solutions.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on technology that will literally reach orbit, making a real difference in global connectivity. You'll be involved in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, from initial requirements gathering to deployment and operations. The role requires expertise in system design of backend services and cloud infrastructure, with a particular focus on creating reliable, scalable solutions for software distribution and deployment for satellites.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to combine their software expertise with space technology, working on a project that has the potential to impact millions of lives. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with some of the industry's brightest minds in both software and aerospace engineering.

The position requires strong technical skills, but also offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to work on truly innovative solutions. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in satellite technology and global communications infrastructure.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, Kuiper

  • Participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and deployment
  • Design flexible solutions for complex problems
  • Participate in integration and improvement of software using AWS stack
  • Partner with embedded software systems teams
  • Design scalable solutions for software distribution and deployment for satellites

Requirements For Software Development Engineer, Kuiper

TypeScript
Python
Go
Rust
  • 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, permanent resident, or refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Software Development Engineer, Kuiper

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

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