Front End Engineer, Project Kuiper

Amazon's Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit.
$129,300 - $223,600
Frontend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Space

Description For Front End Engineer, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) to provide global broadband access. As a Frontend Software Engineer on this project, you'll play a crucial role in designing and implementing the frontend components of Kuiper's network monitoring system. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology while creating intuitive user interfaces that will help manage a complex satellite network.

You'll be working in a dynamic environment where you'll collaborate with diverse teams including software developers, product managers, and UX designers. Your responsibilities will include everything from ideation to implementation of new features, ensuring they meet high standards of functionality and accessibility. The role requires expertise in modern frontend technologies and frameworks, with a focus on creating robust, user-friendly interfaces that interact seamlessly with backend APIs.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 per year, depending on location and experience. You'll be part of Amazon's Project Kuiper team in Redmond, WA, working on technology that aims to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities worldwide.

This is an excellent opportunity for a frontend engineer who wants to make a significant impact on a project with global reach. You'll be working with the latest AWS technologies and frontend frameworks, following best-in-industry software engineering practices. The role requires strong technical skills, creativity in UI design, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Due to export control requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents, or have refugee/asylum status. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and 401k, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a cutting-edge space technology project.

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Responsibilities For Front End Engineer, Project Kuiper

  • Actively participate in overall product strategy and UI presentation
  • Be involved in every aspect of the UI for new features
  • Collaborate with Software Development Engineers, Product Managers, UX Designers
  • Design highly functional and lovable UI
  • Ensure UI complies with accessibility standards
  • Design and implement globally available distributed cloud architectures
  • Partner with device software, satellite, networking, and security engineering teams

Requirements For Front End Engineer, Project Kuiper

JavaScript
React
TypeScript
Node.js
  • 2+ years of non-internship professional front end, web or mobile software development using JavaScript, HTML and CSS experience
  • 1+ years of computer science fundamentals experience
  • Experience using JavaScript frameworks such as angular and react
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Benefits For Front End Engineer, Project Kuiper

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401k

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