Sr. Software Development Engineer - Kuiper Network Services

A global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
$151,300 - $261,500
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Space · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Software Development Engineer - Kuiper Network Services

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to revolutionize global connectivity through a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join the core technical team responsible for building ground-based traffic processing pipelines that connect Kuiper's satellite network to the world. As a senior engineer, you'll play a crucial leadership role in architecting and developing software from the ground up while helping shape the team's engineering culture.

The position combines technical excellence with leadership responsibilities, requiring expertise in distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and networking. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology in the space industry, directly contributing to Amazon's mission of providing high-speed broadband access to underserved communities worldwide.

The role demands a blend of hands-on coding, system design, and team leadership. You'll be responsible for building reliable cloud services, implementing security features, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, involving interaction with multiple cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on a project of global importance. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 based on location, plus additional benefits including equity and comprehensive healthcare. The position offers the chance to work on innovative technology while developing leadership skills and mentoring others.

Working at Project Kuiper means being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in satellite communications and internet connectivity. You'll have the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges while contributing to a mission that aims to bridge the digital divide and bring internet access to millions of people around the world.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Software Development Engineer - Kuiper Network Services

  • Collaborate and lead initiatives across multiple teams to build networking functions on AWS cloud infrastructure
  • Lead teams, develop code, build CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and monitoring dashboards
  • Work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design, develop, deploy, and operate infrastructure
  • Develop and mentor junior and new team members
  • Engineer and build reliable cloud services for customer connectivity
  • Work on features that enhance quality of service and security
  • Design networking features with stakeholders
  • Implement and test solutions in prototype/production environments
  • Operate service fleets and handle customer issues

Requirements For Sr. Software Development Engineer - Kuiper Network Services

  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language
  • 5+ years of leading design or architecture experience
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or refugee/asylee due to export control laws
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred)
  • Experience in building distributed infrastructure services on AWS (preferred)

Benefits For Sr. Software Development Engineer - Kuiper Network Services

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Full range of medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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