System Development Engineer, Project Kuiper

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 System Development Engineer on the Infrastructure for Over the Air software delivery Engineering (IOTA) team, you'll play a crucial role in managing software delivery to all Kuiper assets, including satellites and ground stations.

The position requires expertise in developing and maintaining mission-critical systems with high reliability and performance standards. You'll be responsible for executing OTA procedures, troubleshooting production issues, and developing automation solutions. The role involves working with Python and Go programming languages to implement fixes and improvements to internally developed code.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology while making a meaningful impact on global connectivity. The team's work directly affects customer experience and requires coordination with multiple development, product, and support teams. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $89,200 to $185,000 based on location and experience, plus additional benefits and equity opportunities.

Key aspects of the role include supporting software updates for satellites during manufacturing, ground labs, and in-orbit operations. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, skilled in problem-solving, and capable of streamlining processes through automation. This position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to export control regulations.

Working at Amazon means being part of a company known for innovation and customer obsession. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to a project that aims to bring internet connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.