Sr. FPGA Engineer, Kuiper Government Solutions

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. As a Sr. FPGA engineer on the Kuiper Government Solutions team, you will create FPGA solutions to support Amazon Project Kuiper's satellite communication system. This is a unique opportunity to define a groundbreaking new system with few legacy constraints.

Key responsibilities:

• Create and release FPGAs through various development phases
• Collaborate with RF and Optical Communications and Signal Processing teams
• Implement digital logic functions in FPGA prototypes
• Drive trade-off analysis for customer experience and technology optimization

The role is located in Northridge, CA, and includes US relocation benefits. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI, so you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.

The Kuiper Solutions Engineering team is a multi-disciplinary technology team involved in developing and delivering targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications, including United States and allied government customers.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or 7+ years of FPGA experience
• 5+ years of experience in FPGA design & implementation
• 5+ years of experience in the design, test, delivery, support of multiple FPGAs shipping to customers
• 5+ years of experience with modern ASIC / FPGA design and verification tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Physics, Electronics, Communication Engineering, or related field
• Experience with Intel & Xilinx FPGAs
• Experience with high-speed SERDES interfaces, Ethernet, and IP networking
• Experience with scripting languages: Python or equivalent
• Active security clearance (TS/SCI w/ polygraph preferred)

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation: The base pay for this position ranges from $143,300/year in the lowest geographic market up to $247,600/year in the highest geographic market. Pay is based on factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon offers a total compensation package that may include equity, sign-on payments, and other benefits.