Senior Software Development Manager, Kuiper

Amazon; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative initiative aiming to bridge the digital divide through satellite technology. As a Senior Software Development Manager, you'll lead a talented team in designing and implementing software systems for a groundbreaking broadband project. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of connectivity, working on mission-critical systems that will impact communities worldwide. If you're passionate about technology and leadership, this role offers the chance to make a significant difference in the world, driving the development of cutting-edge solutions in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading embedded, wireless, networking teams with deep technical understanding.
• Experience in the wireless space is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive research & development for RF Payload part of Kuiper satellites.
• Develop a strategic plan for team growth and mission outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Embedded Systems

Wireless Networking

Software Development

Team Development

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Master's in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Software Development Tools

RF Systems

Job description

Senior Software Development Manager, Kuiper

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.

Key job responsibilities:

1. 10+ years of experience leading large embedded, wireless, networking teams with deep technical understanding of end-to-end wireless networks.
2. Wireless space experience is desirable.
3. Work with peer teams and customers to design suitable software systems and interfaces with underlying hardware to fulfill the Kuiper networking goals.
4. Develop a strategic plan for the growth of the team, both from a software and integrated mission outcomes perspective.
5. Hire & Develop a diverse team of software engineers and managers.
6. Aid in the design of mission critical systems in Project Kuiper.
7. Collaborate with your fellow team members to integrate various system elements, both hardware and software.

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:
This role is for a senior leader in the Kuiper Payload Software organization, responsible for driving the research & development, deployment, and operation of RF Payload part of the Kuiper satellites and Ground Gateways. You will own the roadmap and mission for Software and work with your customers to refine requirements, understand constraints, hire & grow your team and iteratively deliver value to our customers.

About the team:
Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband