Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

A global technology company that operates the world's largest e-commerce platform and cloud computing services.
$136,000 - $212,800
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Space

Description For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites providing high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Security Engineer on the Kuiper Security team, you'll be responsible for ensuring the security of this advanced satellite broadband telecom environment from end to end. This role combines the excitement of a startup with Amazon's robust infrastructure, where you'll help bootstrap security mechanisms and build a strong security culture.

You'll work on critical security systems protecting both the satellite constellation and customer data, performing threat modeling, code reviews, and infrastructure assessments. The position requires expertise in security software development, with hands-on experience in languages like Java, Python, or Go, and strong knowledge of cloud-native environments and Linux systems.

The role offers unique challenges in securing bleeding-edge space technology while working with diverse teams across Amazon. You'll have the opportunity to influence security architecture, develop automation tools, and solve novel security challenges. The position requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative skills to ensure the highest standards of security are maintained.

Working at Amazon means joining a culture of innovation with industry-leading benefits, career development opportunities, and a strong emphasis on work-life harmony. You'll be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and is committed to securing one of the most ambitious satellite projects in history.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a security professional who wants to make a significant impact on a project that will help bridge the digital divide globally while working with cutting-edge technology in the space sector.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

  • Creating and maintaining threat models for Kuiper Enterprise and Manufacturing components
  • Manual and Automated Secure Code Review in Java or other common languages
  • Network and infrastructure assessments
  • Development of security automation tools
  • Security training and outreach for internal development teams
  • Security architecture and design guidance
  • Independently solve security problems requiring novel approaches
  • Influence team's and partners' process, priorities, and choices

Requirements For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Java
Python
Linux
Go
  • Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, or related field, or equivalent work experience
  • 5+ years delivering security software in a production environment
  • 3+ years experience delivering distributed software systems in Python, Java, Rust, GoLang or C/C++
  • 3+ years experience in delivering for cloud-native environments
  • 3+ years experience in delivering software for Linux
  • 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 Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Medical Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Flexible work hours
  • Career advancement resources
  • Knowledge-sharing and training opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • Work-life harmony support

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