Firmware Embedded Engineer

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites providing low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities.
$129,300 - $223,600
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Space

Description For Firmware Embedded Engineer

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 Firmware Embedded Engineer in the Kuiper MAC-SW team, you'll be at the forefront of developing embedded firmware code for ground networks, customer terminals, and satellites. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative wireless technology that will impact millions of people's connectivity.

The position requires expertise in embedded systems development, with a focus on real-time operating systems and bare-metal programming. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing firmware components while working closely with cross-functional teams. The role demands strong technical skills in embedded development, system architecture, and performance optimization.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced embedded systems engineers who want to make a significant impact in space technology. You'll be working with cutting-edge satellite communication systems while being part of Amazon's innovative culture. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and equity.

The role requires careful attention to export control regulations, requiring U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. You'll be working in either Redmond, WA or San Diego, CA, collaborating with talented teams to solve complex technical challenges in satellite communications. This position is perfect for someone who wants to combine their embedded systems expertise with the excitement of working on space technology while enjoying the stability and resources of a major tech company.

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Responsibilities For Firmware Embedded Engineer

  • Design, develop, integrate and bring up Kuiper-MAC FW components/drivers in real-time embedded environment
  • Work in cross-functional environment to define multi-dimensional performance requirements
  • Make performance and optimization trade-offs
  • Build component use-cases/test-cases and debug code
  • Profile and execute code on RTOS and/or bare-metal embedded environment
  • Define, document, test and debug FW-HW interfaces

Requirements For Firmware Embedded Engineer

Linux
  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Firmware Embedded Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity

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