Sr. DSP Modem Embedded Engineer - Project Kuiper, Flight Computer Software

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites providing low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity.
$151,300 - $261,500
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Space

Description For Sr. DSP Modem Embedded Engineer - Project Kuiper, Flight Computer Software

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious satellite initiative aimed at providing global broadband connectivity through a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites. As a Senior DSP Modem Embedded Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing critical flight computer software for satellite communications. The role involves working with cutting-edge technology in satellite modem systems, developing embedded software in multiple languages including assembly, C, and C++. You'll be responsible for creating real-time critical software that interfaces with various hardware components and writing device drivers for satellite broadband link management. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 based on location, plus additional benefits including equity and sign-on bonuses. This is a unique opportunity to join Amazon's space technology division and contribute to a project that aims to provide internet access to underserved communities worldwide. The role requires significant expertise in embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and leadership experience. Working with cross-functional teams including GNSS systems, RF, and FPGA specialists, you'll play a crucial role in board bring-up, integration, and testing. This position is ideal for experienced engineers passionate about space technology and embedded systems who want to make a global impact.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. DSP Modem Embedded Engineer - Project Kuiper, Flight Computer Software

  • Develop embedded software in assembly, C, and C++ in a real-time operating system environment for broadband satellite modem systems
  • Write real-time critical software to augment and interact with hardware blocks such as FFT, correlator, codec, DPD, etc.
  • Write device drivers and system applications for satellite broadband link management
  • Work closely with GNSS systems, RF, FPGA and software teams to support board bring-up, integration, and testing

Requirements For Sr. DSP Modem Embedded Engineer - Project Kuiper, Flight Computer Software

Linux
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
  • 5+ years of leading design or architecture of new and existing systems experience
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Benefits For Sr. DSP Modem Embedded Engineer - Project Kuiper, Flight Computer Software

Medical Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Sign-on payments

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