Embedded SDE, Leo Payload

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 143,700 - 194,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a software engineer to design, implement, test, and operate embedded software for a next‑gen satellite platform. You will work in C/C++/Rust within embedded Linux or RTOS, interfacing with hardware via I2C/I3C/SPI, Ethernet, and other protocols.

Collaboration with hardware teams, adherence to high‑reliability standards, and involvement in the Satellite Communication Systems Payload are key parts of the role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of non‑internship professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of non‑internship design or architecture experience (patterns, reliability, scaling).
• Experience programming in at least one software language.

Responsibilities

• Drive design, development and operation of mode management, telemetry, power control, interfaces, and autonomous capabilities for each satellite lifecycle.
• Own embedded software functions through design, implementation in C/C++/Rust, testing, and integration in Linux/RTOS.
• Write software to interact with devices using I2C/I3C/SPI, RS-422/485, Ethernet and other protocols.
• Collaborate with hardware teams for setup, verification, integration and testing.
• Follow high‑reliability software practices to ensure satellite reliability and availability.
• Contribute to the Satellite Communication Systems Payload.

Skills

C

C++

Rust

Embedded software

RTOS

I2C/I3C/SPI

Ethernet

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Drive the design, development, and operation of key functions such as mode management, telemetry, power control, hardware interfaces, and autonomous capabilities for each satellite throughout its lifetime, from launch to de‑orbit.
• Own unique embedded software functions through design, implementation (in C, C++, RUST or other), testing, and integration in an embedded Linux or real‑time operating system (RTOS) environment.
• Write software to interact with devices/electronics using I2C, I3C, SPI, RS‑422, RS‑485, Ethernet, and other communication protocols.
• Collaborate closely with hardware teams for setup, verification, integration, and testing.
• Follow best practices in high‑reliability embedded software development to ensure high levels of satellite reliability and availability.
• Work on the Satellite Communication Systems Payload.

Export Control Requirement

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

About the Team

Our team tackles many critical satellite functions including payload mode management, command & telemetry, and autonomous control. We are looking for a software engineer to participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and test to operations.

Basic Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $143,700.00 – $194,400.00 USD annually. 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 optional 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.