Sr. Software Dev Engineer, Simulation Foundations

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to revolutionize global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). This senior software engineering role is crucial in building the simulation foundations that will enable Kuiper to operate effectively in virtual environments at scale.

The position requires a skilled engineer to design and implement distributed systems that will power Kuiper's virtual testing environments. You'll be working with cutting-edge AWS technologies and applying industry-best software engineering practices. The role demands expertise in embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and networking protocols, particularly focusing on the development of simulation and testing tools.

As a senior engineer, you'll be responsible for creating tools that enable reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis within a continuous integration system. You'll work across various testing environments, from virtualized hardware to real hardware-in-the-loop simulations and on-orbit testing. The role involves significant collaboration with device software, frontend, networking, and security engineering teams.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 per year, depending on geographic location, plus additional benefits including equity and comprehensive medical coverage. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about space technology and distributed systems to make a significant impact on a project aimed at bringing internet connectivity to underserved communities worldwide.

Key technical areas include Linux-based software development, embedded systems, networking protocols, cloud services, and API design. The role requires strong leadership skills as you'll be mentoring junior engineers and evangelizing engineering best practices. Due to export control regulations, candidates must be U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents, or admitted refugees/asylum seekers.

Working at Amazon Kuiper means being part of a team that's building the cloud systems and APIs that will ultimately enable high-quality internet service delivery through satellite technology. This is a chance to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to a mission that aims to bridge the digital divide globally.