Software Development Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing

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

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amazon seeks a Project Kuiper Software Development Engineer in Redmond to own software development, testing and automation for integrated vehicle test venues. You will collaborate across ground and space system teams to deliver automated test solutions and scalable infrastructure supporting launches.

The role emphasizes building end‑to‑end test automation, data pipelines, and robust software practices to ensure readiness for launch operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of programming in Java, C++, or C# with object‑oriented design experience.
• 3+ years of professional non‑internship software development experience.
• 2+ years of design/architecture experience (design patterns, reliability and scaling).
• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Understand functional principles of Kuiper satellite hardware, software and all backend services that enable the operation of our constellation.
• Provide technical leadership and contribute to the definition, development and implementation of test solutions for integrated satellite hardware and software in an ambiguous and complex problem space.
• Build software solutions to manage infrastructure needed to operate our system in development and production environments.
• Build software solutions to manage infrastructure needed to operate our system at large scale.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to define and implement system architectures for integrated test venues.
• Lead technical roadmap definition efforts and decide what features and performance improvements to build.
• Design and develop complex test sequences that coordinate and synchronize equipment and services across multiple layers to verify function and performance of satellite hardware and software.
• Instill best practices for software development documentation, ensuring designs meet requirements and delivering high‑quality software on tight schedules.
• Automate build, test and deploy pipelines.
• Build and maintain data pipelines and data catalogs.

Skills

Java

C++

C#

OO design

Education

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

Job description

Overview

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network, designed 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 Responsibilities

• Understand functional principles of Kuiper satellite hardware, software and all backend services that enable the operation of our constellation.
• Provide technical leadership and contribute to the definition, development and implementation of test solutions for integrated satellite hardware and software in an ambiguous and complex problem space.
• Build software solutions to manage infrastructure needed to operate our system in development and production environments.
• Build software solutions to manage infrastructure needed to operate our system at large scale.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to define and implement system architectures for integrated test venues.
• Lead technical roadmap definition efforts and decide what features and performance improvements to build.
• Design and develop complex test sequences that coordinate and synchronize equipment and services across multiple layers to verify function and performance of satellite hardware and software.
• Instill best practices for software development documentation, ensuring designs meet requirements and delivering high‑quality software on tight schedules.
• Automate build, test and deploy pipelines.
• Build and maintain data pipelines and data catalogs.

A Day in the Life

As a Project Kuiper Software Development Engineer you will own the development, implementation and test of software for Kuiper integrated vehicle test venues. You will work with engineering teams across ground and space systems to develop an integrated solution to test fully assembled satellite vehicles and ensure readiness for launch operations, focusing on driving automation and optimization of test processes.

About the Team

The Integrated Vehicle Testing team is responsible for core infrastructure and tools that serve as the backbone of automated satellite testing operations to enable rapid scaling of manufacturing processes.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of programming using a modern programming language such as Java, C++, or C#, including object‑oriented design experience.
• 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.
• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience scripting in Python or JavaScript.
• Knowledge of software test techniques and strategy.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.

Compensation & Benefits

USA, WA, REDMOND – 143,700.00 – 194,400.00 USD annually. 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.