Sr. SW Dev Engineer(Embedded), Kuiper Flight Software

A global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, and space technology initiatives.
$151,300 - $261,500
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Space

Description For Sr. SW Dev Engineer(Embedded), Kuiper Flight Software

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites, aimed at providing high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. This senior embedded software engineering role is crucial in developing flight software for satellite systems. The position involves working with cutting-edge space technology, writing embedded software in modern languages like Rust, and developing critical satellite functions including power management, hardware interfaces, and autonomous control. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 based on location, plus comprehensive benefits and equity. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about space technology and embedded systems to make a significant impact on a project with global reach. The position requires strong technical leadership and hands-on development experience, with the unique opportunity to work on highly reliable, power-efficient, and low-cost satellite avionics.

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Responsibilities For Sr. SW Dev Engineer(Embedded), Kuiper Flight Software

  • Develop embedded software in Rust, C, C++, or other modern languages
  • Write device drivers and system applications for satellite systems
  • Write software to interact with micro-controllers
  • Work closely with other software and hardware teams to support board bring-up and integration testing
  • Participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and test to operations

Requirements For Sr. SW Dev Engineer(Embedded), Kuiper Flight Software

Rust
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
  • 5+ years of leading design or architecture of new and existing systems experience
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Sr. SW Dev Engineer(Embedded), Kuiper Flight Software

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
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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