Software Development Engineer - Embedded, Amazon Leo

Amazon Inc.; Redmond; On-site; AUD 207,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

RSUs

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC in Redmond, WA is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to design and implement high‑reliability software for satellite components. You will work with SpaceSDK and modern languages like Rust or C++, developing system applications and device interfaces such as CAN.

The role involves expanding SpaceSDK support for more satellites, building monitoring/telemetry, and implementing robust security features while collaborating with hardware teams

Qualifications

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture of new and existing systems experience.
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software in Rust, C++, or other modern languages.
• Write system applications for satellite systems and device interfaces like CAN.
• Scale SpaceSDK to support increasing Satellite components.
• Develop monitoring and telemetry for Satellite components.
• Develop security features for satellite systems.
• Collaborate with other software and hardware teams.
• Troubleshoot and solve critical issues on satellites in orbit.
• Be a champion for quality, reliability and security of critical code.

Skills

Software development

System design

Rust or C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

CAN interfaces

Job description

Description

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

SpaceSDK is a framework for generating, building, and running software applications for satellite components. SpaceSDK is used by applications across Amazon Leo systems to to manage concurrency, inter process communication and to provide common functionality.

Key job responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software in Rust, C++, or other modern languages.
• Write system applications for the various satellite systems and device interfaces like CAN etc.
• Scale up SpaceSDK to support an increasing number of Satellite components.
• Develop monitoring and telemetry for Satellite components.
• Develop security features for satellite systems.
• Collaborate with other software and hardware teams
• Troubleshoot and solve critical issues on satellites orbiting in space
• Be a champion for the quality, reliability and security of critical code.

Export Control Requirement

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

A day in the life

We are a fast paced team working on developing and maintaining a critical software framework used by key components on a satellite. We like to solve challenging software engineering problems, as well as root cause failures on in-orbit satellites and help mission control recover satellites. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design. Come help us solve the difficult and rewarding development challenges in building highly reliable, efficient and low-cost satellite!

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

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Company

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Job ID: A10580991