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.
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As a Satellite/Payload Integration and Test Network Engineer you will be responsible for the Kuiper system data-path/network verification support the implementation and validation sign-off of various software interface requirements and modem architectures. You will be working in a collaborative environment with a multi-disciplinary team and 3rd party partners from development to productization of various Kuiper products.
Responsibilities
Conceptualize and execute a test campaign with specific focus on network functionality and performance. Engage with systems hardware and software development engineering teams to accomplish the following in pursuit of network integration and testing: capture requirements define use cases work backwards from product strategy.
End to end network data and control plane testing to include ground satellite and customer terminals.
Troubleshoot and root cause networking throughput and packet loss issues across the system
Support and reproduce on orbit networking and data plane issues in the lab.
Utilize AWS cloud resources as well as commercial-off-the-shelf test equipment: program instrument and automate.
Draft and maintain high quality documentation for program-level feedback: test verification matrix status tracking test runs for record.
Enhance testing efficiency by automating test execution and analysis.
Positions open in Redmond/San Diego. If hired in San Diego CA upto 30% travel to Redmond WA is required.
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
Conceptualize and execute a test campaign with specific focus on network functionality and performance. Engage with systems hardware and software development engineering teams to accomplish the following in pursuit of network integration and testing: capture requirements define use cases work backwards from product strategy.
End to end network data and control plane testing to include ground satellite and customer terminals.
Troubleshoot and root cause networking throughput and packet loss issues across the system
Support and reproduce on orbit networking and data plane issues in the lab.
Utilize AWS cloud resources as well as commercial-off-the-shelf test equipment: program instrument and automate.
Draft and maintain high quality documentation for program-level feedback: test verification matrix status tracking test runs for record.
Enhance testing efficiency by automating test execution and analysis.
Bachelors degree in computer engineering computer science electrical engineering or equivalent experience
5 years of hands-on networking experience
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP DNS DHCPQoS and VLANs
Strong Linux skills including shell scripting and command-line operations
Experience with Linux-based networking tools and utilities
Experience working with the cloud and services (AWS preferred)
Handson experience with Wireshark Iperf and other industry standard traffic and analysis tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Masters/PhD degree in computer engineering computer science electrical engineering or related discipline.
Software defined network implementations and network protocol extension
3 years with satellite and/or cellular network testing
Programming in an object-oriented language (Python preferred)
Linux system administration experience
Experience building and maintaining networks coordinating handoffs provisioning resources
Strong experience with AWS Azure VMware or Docker/Kubernetes for cloud-based networking.
Strong knowledge of IPv6 and routing protocols
Network load testing stress testing L2 and L3 testing L4 through L7 testing
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129800/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 job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.