Sr. Software Development Engineer, Kuiper Flight Software

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) to provide global broadband access. The mission focuses on bringing fast, affordable internet connectivity to unserved and underserved communities worldwide. As a Sr. Software Development Engineer in the Flight Software team, you'll be working on critical satellite functions including power management, hardware interfaces, command & telemetry, and autonomous control. The role involves developing embedded software using modern languages like Rust, C, and C++, writing device drivers and system applications, and working closely with hardware teams for integration. The position requires expertise in embedded systems, strong security focus, and leadership experience. The team is pushing the boundaries of space-based systems design, focusing on building highly reliable, power-efficient, and low-cost satellite avionics. This is an opportunity to contribute to all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and testing to operations. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 based on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. Due to export control requirements, candidates must have U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or refugee/asylum status.