Software Development Engineer, Project Kuiper

A global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence
$129,300 - $223,600
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Space

Description For Software Development Engineer, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites, aiming to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Software Development Engineer on the Automated Vehicle Testing team, you'll be at the forefront of developing core data infrastructure and analytics solutions that power automated satellite testing operations. The role combines software engineering expertise with data engineering, focusing on building robust data pipelines and storage systems across vehicle test teams. You'll work with cutting-edge AWS tools and services, collaborating with teams across ground and space systems to develop and maintain a sophisticated data platform that supports launch operations. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on technology that will literally impact the world from space. This role requires strong technical leadership skills and expertise in data warehousing, ETL processes, and software development best practices. You'll be joining a team that's essential to scaling manufacturing processes and ensuring the success of Amazon's satellite network. The role offers an exciting blend of technical challenges, leadership opportunities, and the chance to work on a project with global impact.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, Project Kuiper

  • Provide technical leadership for data warehousing platform development
  • Lead design, implementation, and delivery of data platform solutions
  • Collaborate with customers to define system architectures
  • Build solutions to manage multiple data sources at scale
  • Lead technical roadmap definition efforts
  • Implement software development best practices
  • Automate and maintain ETL workflows

Requirements For Software Development Engineer, Project Kuiper

Python
  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of system design and architecture experience
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Software Development Engineer, Project Kuiper

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity compensation available
  • Sign-on payments available

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