Software Development Manager III, Kuiper Payload

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide lowlatency highspeed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.

Have you wanted an opportunity to develop the software applications and services for an advanced global internet connectivity service The Kuiper SAR Services team is responsible for the software and services that operate on Kuiper Modem on both customer terminal and Satellite. This team oversees the development of architecture solutions and a roadmap for managing embedded systems within antennas as well as applications for site maintenance telemetry overtheair updates and various other features. As the Software Development Manager of this team you will guide a group of engineers in addressing these challenges while also focusing on team development and upholding a high standard for delivery quality.

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.



Key job responsibilities
Recruit and develop top talent to achieve the teams objectives.
Establish and steer the teams longterm vision.
Manage resource allocation to meet both business objectives and career development targets.
Participate in strategic planning to achieve technical and business goals.
Collaborate closely with engineers to design and implement optimal technical designs and strategies.
Ensure project timelines are met prioritizing tasks and managing team workload effectively.
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
Maintain close collaboration with crossfunctional teams to align software development with overall company goals.
Monitor and ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices in software development.
Provide regular performance feedback and career development guidance to team members.

About the team
The SAR (Security and Reliability) team is dedicated to the development and maintenance of cuttingedge security features for the Kuiper project. Our unwavering commitment is to establish and uphold a rigorous security standard capable of defending against even the most sophisticated threats including those posed by statelevel attackers. By implementing robust innovative and proactive security measures the team ensures that Kuiper remains resilient against potential adversaries while fostering trust and reliability for all stakeholders.

3 years of engineering team management experience
Bachelors degree
Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing certification and livesite operations

Masters degree in computer science engineering mathematics or equivalent
5 years of working directly within engineering teams experience

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $166400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $287700/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.