Software Dev Engineer, Leo Ground Control Services

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 Leo is seeking a Software Dev Engineer to help design and build the Leo satellite system. You will participate in all phases of software development, developing embedded software and cloud services for mission planning, execution, and telemetry.

The role emphasizes real-time constraints, cross-team collaboration, and scalable operations in a space-focused environment. Basic qualifications include 5+ years in multi-tier software development with C++, Java, C#, or Perl and a BS in

Qualifications

• 5+ years of designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered software systems using C++, Java, C# or Perl.
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
• Experience programming with at least one software language.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and test to operations.
• Automate mission planning and execution to operate the Leo fleet at scale.
• Develop embedded software in C, C++, Rust, or other languages in a real-time OS environment.
• Develop AWS cloud services that manage the Leo satellites.
• Write system applications for satellite command, file transfer and telemetry.

Skills

C++

C

C#

Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Job description

Software Dev Engineer, Leo Ground Control Services

Job ID: 3201317 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

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

• In this role, you will participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and test to operations. Our team vision is to automate mission planning and execution to efficiently operate the Leo fleet at scale, while maintaining space safety and maximizing service availability for Leo satellite Internet customers.
• Develop embedded software in C, C++, Rust, or other languages in a real-time operating system environment
• Develop AWS cloud services that manage the Leo satellites
• Write system applications for satellite command, file transfer and telemetry
• Work closely with Leo ground service teams and satellite agent teams to support satellite operations

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.

About the team

The team owns end to end Leo satellite onboard agents and ground services that interact with them to provide seamless Leo satellite command, file transfer, telemetry and logging.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, multi-threaded, embedded or distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using: C#, C++, Java, or Perl experience
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of embedded firmware development experience

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Benefits

• 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
• Parental leave

Salary

USA, WA, Redmond - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually