Firmware Embedded Engineer, Kuiper Satellite Communication System - MAC Software Development

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 MAC-SW team, you'll be at the forefront of developing embedded firmware code for ground networks, customer terminals, and satellites.

The role combines cutting-edge wireless technology with meaningful impact, as your work will help connect millions of people to the internet. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and testing Kuiper-MAC firmware components in a real-time embedded environment. This position requires strong technical skills in embedded systems development, with a focus on performance optimization and hardware interfaces.

Working at Amazon Kuiper offers the unique opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking space technology project while enjoying the stability and benefits of working for one of the world's leading tech companies. The team operates in a cross-functional environment, allowing you to collaborate with various engineering disciplines and contribute to multiple aspects of the satellite communication system.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location and experience, plus additional benefits and potentially equity. This is an excellent opportunity for embedded systems engineers who want to work on challenging technical problems while making a global impact. The role requires U.S. person status due to export control regulations, and you'll be based in Redmond, WA, working alongside other innovative engineers in the space technology sector.

The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, experience with real-time operating systems, and the ability to optimize code for performance-critical applications. You'll need to be comfortable working with hardware interfaces and have a solid understanding of computer science fundamentals. This role offers significant growth potential as Project Kuiper continues to expand its satellite constellation and global coverage.