Sr Network DEV Engineer, Kuiper Optical Inter-Satellite Link (OISL) Team

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to create a Low Earth Orbit satellite network delivering fast, affordable broadband globally. As a Senior Network Development Engineer (Sr. NDE), you'll be at the forefront of designing network automation services for monitoring, troubleshooting, and debugging the Kuiper Satellite Network.

Your role involves:

• Designing and implementing network automation services for fault detection and resolution
• Creating complex dashboards and alarming systems
• Collaborating with vendors to evaluate and implement new hardware/software features
• Working with cross-functional teams on requirements and product design
• Automating optical test plans and qualifying optical modules
• Participating in on-call rotations for monitoring and support

Daily responsibilities include:

• Reviewing network monitoring alerts across manufacturing facilities and operations centers
• Analyzing metrics to ensure optimal testing in manufacturing and labs
• Developing software tools for automated testing, troubleshooting, and diagnostics
• Working in mission operations to maintain optimal satellite network health
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams on hardware/software solutions

The position requires expertise in:

• Network protocols and optical network design
• Automation scripting using Python, Bash, Shell, or Perl
• Linux/Unix environments
• Layer 1-3 networking issues
• Cloud services (AWS)

This role offers competitive compensation ($143,200-$247,600/year base pay) plus benefits and equity. Due to export control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or have refugee/asylum status.

Join Project Kuiper in its mission to deliver reliable internet to underserved communities worldwide through innovative satellite technology and networking solutions.