Senior Software Dev Engineer, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is an innovative initiative by Amazon aimed at revolutionizing global connectivity through a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites. This role presents a unique opportunity to join a groundbreaking space technology program that will provide high-speed, low-latency broadband to underserved communities worldwide.

As a Senior Software Development Engineer on the Hardware Validation Team, you'll be at the forefront of developing critical software systems that ensure the reliability and functionality of space-worthy hardware. You'll work within a highly collaborative engineering team, leveraging AWS resources and modern tools to create scalable test automation solutions.

The role combines the excitement of space technology with the challenges of large-scale software development. You'll be responsible for architecting and building automated test systems, developing infrastructure for test execution, and implementing CI/CD pipelines. Your work will directly impact the success of satellite hardware validation and manufacturing processes.

Key aspects that make this role unique:

• Direct involvement in space technology development
• Opportunity to solve unprecedented technical challenges
• Work with cutting-edge hardware and software systems
• Impact millions of people by enabling global internet access
• Collaboration with diverse engineering teams
• Utilization of AWS resources and modern development tools

The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to work in an ambiguous environment. You'll need to be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident due to export control requirements. The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 per year, plus additional benefits including equity and sign-on bonuses.

This is an ideal role for experienced software engineers who are passionate about space technology, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to make a significant impact on global connectivity. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, customer obsession, and technical excellence while working on one of Amazon's most ambitious projects.