Kuiper Network Development Engineer, Kuiper Enterprise Network Infrastructure
Kuiper Network Development Engineer, Kuiper Enterprise Network Infrastructure
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09-05-2025
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$ 127400 - 212800
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
09-05-2025
Job Description
Project Kuiper is Amazons low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast reliable internet to customers and communities around the world and weve designed the system with the capacity flexibility and performance to serve a wide range of customers from individualhouseholds to schools hospitals businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
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.
In this role as a Network Development Engineer you will design and implement Kuipers enterprise networks supporting manufacturing facilities research labs launch sites and mission operations centers. Responsible for LAN/WAN architecture routing and switching across multiple global locations.
Key job responsibilities
Design network architecture for manufacturing and lab environments
Build and maintain launch and mission operations networks
Create network standards and configurations
Plan network capacity and growth
Implement routing and switching solutions
Manage WAN connectivity between sites
Develop network automation
Document network infrastructure
A day in the life
Your day begins reviewing network monitoring alerts across manufacturing facilities and mission operations centers. Youll analyze traffic patterns and capacity needs for the factory floor while planning network expansion for new lab spaces. During technical design sessions youll architect network solutions for upcoming launch sites considering redundancy and security requirements. Youll coordinate with vendors on WAN circuit installations troubleshoot routing issues affecting production systems and mentor team members on complex network deployments. Time is split between handson configuration of critical infrastructure and leading design reviews for new network implementations. Youll participate in change management meetings schedule maintenance windows and document network modifications. Throughout the day youll handle escalations from manufacturing teams validate network security controls and ensure high availability across all sites. The role requires balancing immediate operational needs with longterm architecture planning while maintaining network reliability for missioncritical operations.
This is an onsite role that requires employees to work from the companys office 5 days per week. Remote work is not an option for this position. If the employee is located in the office outside of Bellevue WA the role will include up to 25% of business travel
4 years of major internet routing protocols experience
4 years of working in a Linux/Unix environment experience
1 years of automation scripting using Python Bash Shell and/or Perl experience
Experience with AWS and AWS networking products such as Direct Connect and Transit Gateway
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 $127400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212800/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.
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.
In this role as a Network Development Engineer you will design and implement Kuipers enterprise networks supporting manufacturing facilities research labs launch sites and mission operations centers. Responsible for LAN/WAN architecture routing and switching across multiple global locations.
Key job responsibilities
Design network architecture for manufacturing and lab environments
Build and maintain launch and mission operations networks
Create network standards and configurations
Plan network capacity and growth
Implement routing and switching solutions
Manage WAN connectivity between sites
Develop network automation
Document network infrastructure
A day in the life
Your day begins reviewing network monitoring alerts across manufacturing facilities and mission operations centers. Youll analyze traffic patterns and capacity needs for the factory floor while planning network expansion for new lab spaces. During technical design sessions youll architect network solutions for upcoming launch sites considering redundancy and security requirements. Youll coordinate with vendors on WAN circuit installations troubleshoot routing issues affecting production systems and mentor team members on complex network deployments. Time is split between handson configuration of critical infrastructure and leading design reviews for new network implementations. Youll participate in change management meetings schedule maintenance windows and document network modifications. Throughout the day youll handle escalations from manufacturing teams validate network security controls and ensure high availability across all sites. The role requires balancing immediate operational needs with longterm architecture planning while maintaining network reliability for missioncritical operations.
This is an onsite role that requires employees to work from the companys office 5 days per week. Remote work is not an option for this position. If the employee is located in the office outside of Bellevue WA the role will include up to 25% of business travel
4 years of major internet routing protocols experience
4 years of working in a Linux/Unix environment experience
1 years of automation scripting using Python Bash Shell and/or Perl experience
Experience with AWS and AWS networking products such as Direct Connect and Transit Gateway
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 $127400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212800/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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