SDE II, Kuiper ACE

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 an SDE II on the Kuiper ACE team, you'll be at the forefront of developing cloud services that manage critical configuration for satellites and ground station antennas. The role involves working with cutting-edge space technology while focusing on building scalable, automated solutions.

The position requires strong software engineering fundamentals and the ability to work with complex systems. You'll collaborate across teams spanning ground and space systems, making critical decisions that impact the mission's success. The team specifically builds and maintains software services responsible for managing Kuiper satellites, ground station antennas, and hardware asset inventory.

This is a unique opportunity to combine software engineering expertise with space technology, working on a project that aims to bring fast, affordable broadband to underserved communities worldwide. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on technology that will literally reach orbit.

The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, capable of independent work, and able to maintain composure under pressure. Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks are essential. While space systems knowledge is desired, the core focus is on software engineering excellence and operational automation at scale.

Note that due to export control regulations, candidates must have appropriate U.S. person status. The position offers a competitive salary range of $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus additional compensation including equity and benefits.