Software Development Engineer, Kuiper

Project Kuiper is an ambitious Amazon initiative focused on launching a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Software Development Engineer in the Deployment and Release Engineering team, you'll be at the forefront of this revolutionary space technology project.

The role combines cloud infrastructure expertise with satellite technology, requiring strong backend development skills and experience with AWS services. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including IAM, Lambdas, Cloud Watch, and API gateways, while designing and implementing scalable solutions for satellite software distribution and deployment.

This position offers an unique opportunity to impact global connectivity while working with Amazon's world-class engineering teams. You'll be responsible for critical systems that manage software deployment across a satellite constellation, requiring both technical excellence and strategic thinking. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus comprehensive benefits including equity and sign-on bonuses.

The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of professional software development experience, strong system design skills, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges. You'll be joining a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and the ability to work across multiple technical domains. This is a chance to be part of a groundbreaking project that combines space technology with cloud computing to solve global connectivity challenges.