Software Development Engineer, Kuiper

Project Kuiper, an Amazon initiative, is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their Deployment and Release Engineering team. This role focuses on release engineering and deployment services for a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites aimed at providing high-speed broadband to underserved communities worldwide. The ideal candidate will have strong system design experience with AWS cloud services (IAM, Lambda, CloudWatch, API gateways) and proficiency in TypeScript, Python, GoLang, or Rust. You'll work on critical software distribution and deployment solutions for satellites, collaborating with embedded systems teams. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology while making a global impact. Due to export control requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or have legal refugee/asylee status. The role combines cloud infrastructure expertise with satellite technology, making it ideal for engineers passionate about space technology and scalable systems.