Senior Software Dev Engineer, Kuiper SW Deployment Services

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to revolutionize global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). As a Senior Software Development Engineer in the Deployment and Release Engineering (DARE) team, you'll play a crucial role in building and maintaining the systems that enable over-the-air (OTA) updates for the satellite constellation. You'll work with cutting-edge cloud technologies and develop scalable, fault-tolerant solutions that are critical to the mission's success.

The role combines cloud-native development with space technology, requiring expertise in languages like Java, Python, and TypeScript. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing highly-available software services using AWS technologies, while ensuring the systems meet strict mission criteria and operational requirements. The position offers the unique opportunity to work on space-related software systems while solving complex deployment challenges at scale.

The team environment is dynamic and collaborative, working closely with various stakeholders to deliver solutions that enable satellite software updates anytime, anywhere. This role requires strong technical leadership, as you'll be involved in mentoring team members and defining technical roadmaps for long-term success. The position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $151,300 to $261,500, plus equity and comprehensive benefits.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced software engineers who want to make a significant impact on a project that aims to bring internet connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. The role combines the excitement of space technology with the challenges of large-scale software deployment, making it an unique position for those interested in both cloud computing and space technology.