Digital Design Engineer, Project Kuiper

A global technology company launching Project Kuiper, a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites for broadband connectivity.
$120,000 - $180,000
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Space · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Digital Design Engineer, Project Kuiper

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. As a Digital Design Engineer, you'll join a high-performance ASIC design team developing proprietary IP's for satellite communications. This role offers a unique opportunity to define wireless solutions with minimal legacy constraints, working on cutting-edge satellite communication technology.

You'll be responsible for implementing wireless system architecture in silicon, from system specifications through to chip-level validation. The position involves working with customer requirements and wireless system teams to define modems, high-speed interfaces, embedded processors, and DSP solutions using the latest CMOS technologies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about space technology and digital design to make a significant impact on global connectivity.

The role combines technical expertise in digital logic design with the excitement of working on space-based systems. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of satellite communication technology, working on solutions that will directly impact millions of people's access to high-speed internet. The position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology while solving complex technical challenges in power efficiency, performance optimization, and system architecture.

Amazon offers a collaborative environment where you'll work alongside experienced engineers and architects, with access to state-of-the-art tools and technologies. This role is perfect for someone who wants to be at the forefront of satellite communication technology while working on meaningful projects that bridge the digital divide.

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Responsibilities For Digital Design Engineer, Project Kuiper

  • Implement wireless system architecture in silicon from system specification to chip specification
  • Develop solutions optimizing customer experience while meeting power and cost constraints
  • Create standalone verification test bench to verify block correctness
  • Work with verification team on System level verification using UVM, System C and DPI-C
  • Ensure block meets DFT, timing and power targets
  • Drive trade-off analysis for customer experience and resource optimization
  • Engage with architects and system engineers to drive hardware micro-architecture
  • Involve in control plane logic design and interfaces to bus fabrics
  • Explore and propose innovative ideas for modem optimization

Requirements For Digital Design Engineer, Project Kuiper

Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Communications Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years in digital logic design, preferably in DSP or communication systems
  • Ability to convert DSP algorithms into RTL code and optimize for performance, power, and area
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee due to export control laws

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