Network Development Engineer - Kuiper Ground Infrastructure Operations, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious low Earth orbit satellite broadband network, designed to bring reliable internet connectivity to communities worldwide. As a Network Development Engineer on the Ground Infrastructure Operations team, you'll play a crucial role in building and maintaining the network infrastructure that powers this revolutionary service.

The position combines hands-on technical work with strategic thinking, requiring expertise in network protocols, Linux systems, and automation. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement tools that monitor, operate, and scale the ground network infrastructure supporting millions of users. The role demands strong problem-solving skills as you'll be responsible for driving root cause analysis of network events and implementing solutions to prevent future issues.

Working at Amazon Kuiper offers the unique opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking space technology project while leveraging Amazon's vast technical resources and infrastructure. The team operates across multiple global locations including North America, Europe, and Australia, providing exposure to international operations and diverse technical challenges.

The compensation is competitive, ranging from $127,400 to $212,800 based on location, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical coverage. This is an in-person role based in Bellevue, WA, requiring US person status due to export control regulations.

This role would be ideal for someone who is passionate about network infrastructure, automation, and space technology, with a strong background in routing protocols and Linux environments. The position offers significant growth potential as Project Kuiper continues to expand its global satellite network infrastructure.