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 end-to-end security of this advanced satellite broadband telecom environment. The role combines hands-on security engineering with strategic security architecture in a startup-like environment backed by Amazon's infrastructure.

You'll work on critical security systems protecting both the satellite constellation and customer data, performing threat modeling, secure code review, and infrastructure assessments. The position requires expertise in distributed systems security, cloud security, and software development, with opportunities to work on bleeding-edge technology.

The role offers significant autonomy in prioritizing work between proactive security initiatives and responding to team security needs. You'll collaborate with development teams to solve complex security challenges, from service-to-service authentication to securing new product launches. The position requires strong technical skills combined with the ability to influence teams and drive security improvements across the organization.

Amazon provides comprehensive benefits, career development opportunities, and a culture focused on work-life harmony. The team values diverse experiences and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment where security professionals can grow their careers across multiple domains including cloud, devices, retail, and more.

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the security of a revolutionary satellite communications system while working with cutting-edge technology at global scale. The role offers competitive compensation, including base pay ranging from $125,500 to $212,800 depending on location, plus equity and benefits.