Senior Software Engineer Project Kuiper Command and Data Handling Software
Senior Software Engineer Project Kuiper Command and Data Handling Software
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27-04-2025
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Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast affordable broadband to a wide range of customers including consumers businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.
Key job responsibilities
Specify design implement test and operationally support high reliability software hosted on satellite for purposes of foundational command and data handling (i.e. command telemetry and file transfer)
Develop embedded satellite software in Rust C and/or other modern languages
Develop ground side CICD and/or operational support software w/ Python and/or Typescript
Work closely with other software and hardware teams to support on device integration testing
Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
A day in the life
Come work at Amazon! We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in spacebased systems design. Come help us solve the difficult and rewarding development challenges in building highly reliable power efficient and lowcost satellite avionics!
About the team
Our team tackles critical satellite functions including command for satellite actuation telemetry for satellite observability and bidirectional file transfer as a foundation for many use cases. We are looking for an outstanding software engineer to participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and test to operations.
5 years of noninternship professional software development experience
5 years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
5 years of leading design or architecture (design patterns reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
Experience as a mentor tech lead or leading an engineering team
5 years of full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations experience
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
Experience and technical knowledge of security engineering system and network security authentication and security protocols cryptography and application security
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Key job responsibilities
Specify design implement test and operationally support high reliability software hosted on satellite for purposes of foundational command and data handling (i.e. command telemetry and file transfer)
Develop embedded satellite software in Rust C and/or other modern languages
Develop ground side CICD and/or operational support software w/ Python and/or Typescript
Work closely with other software and hardware teams to support on device integration testing
Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
A day in the life
Come work at Amazon! We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in spacebased systems design. Come help us solve the difficult and rewarding development challenges in building highly reliable power efficient and lowcost satellite avionics!
About the team
Our team tackles critical satellite functions including command for satellite actuation telemetry for satellite observability and bidirectional file transfer as a foundation for many use cases. We are looking for an outstanding software engineer to participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and test to operations.
5 years of noninternship professional software development experience
5 years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
5 years of leading design or architecture (design patterns reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
Experience as a mentor tech lead or leading an engineering team
5 years of full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations experience
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
Experience and technical knowledge of security engineering system and network security authentication and security protocols cryptography and application security
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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Senior IC
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