Sr. Software Development Engineer - Kuiper Network Services

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites, aimed at providing high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Senior Software Development Engineer on the Kuiper Network Services team, you'll play a crucial leadership role in building the ground-based traffic processing pipelines that connect Kuiper's satellite network to the external world.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to architect and build software from the ground up while shaping the engineering culture of the team. You'll be working on critical infrastructure that enables global satellite connectivity, implementing networking functions on AWS cloud infrastructure, and establishing best practices for software development processes.

Your responsibilities will span leading teams, developing code, building CI/CD pipelines, creating test automation, and implementing monitoring systems. You'll collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and operate the infrastructure you build. The role also emphasizes mentorship, as you'll be developing junior team members and contributing to the team's growth.

The position requires strong technical leadership experience, with at least 5 years of professional software development background and proven experience in system architecture and design. Due to export control regulations, candidates must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or have refugee/asylee status.

Amazon offers competitive compensation, with base pay ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 depending on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. The team values work-life balance and maintains a flexible working environment that allows team members to find harmony between their personal and professional lives.

Join Project Kuiper to be part of a transformative initiative that combines cutting-edge satellite technology with cloud computing to bring internet connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. You'll work with innovative technology, lead important technical initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on global connectivity.