Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites, aimed at providing high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Senior Security Engineer in the Semiconductor, Devices and Services Security team, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the security of the hardware architecture and chips used in this groundbreaking project. The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of satellite technology and cybersecurity, focusing on identifying security flaws and guiding secure hardware architecture development.
The role requires expertise in chip-level security testing, secure boot systems, and firmware security. You'll be responsible for conducting thorough security reviews, performing threat modeling, and implementing robust security measures across the hardware ecosystem. Working with Project Kuiper's cutting-edge satellite technology, you'll help protect critical infrastructure that will provide internet access to millions of people.
This is an exceptional opportunity for security professionals who are passionate about hardware security and want to make a significant impact on a global scale. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $143,300 to $247,600 per year, depending on location, plus additional benefits and equity opportunities. The role requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to export control regulations.
You'll be joining Amazon's world-class security team, working with talented engineers and contributing to a project that combines innovative space technology with critical security infrastructure. The position offers significant growth potential and the chance to shape the security architecture of one of the most ambitious satellite communications projects in the industry.