Software Engineer, Secure Satellite Gov Systems (Rust)

Amazon

Sunnyvale (CA)

On-site

USD 165,000 - 224,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Amazon Leo for Government (ALG) is developing secure, high-performance satellite communications technologies that support U.S. National and International security and defense. This role designs, builds, and maintains foundational software for mission critical space safety and sustainability, coordinating with external systems at scale.

Onsite in Sunnyvale, U.S. citizenship required, relocation benefits available.

Qualifications

5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
5+ years of programming with at least one language.
5+ years of leading design or architecture of new and existing systems.
Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team.

Responsibilities

Utilize network layer packet processing experience and Software Defined Networking to develop high data rate packet processing system and other enabling interface software to meet unique Government customer needs.
Demonstrate the capabilities of the interfaces and architectures you define in a simulated test environment you help develop.
Solve complex technical problems related to the use of the Amazon Leo constellation for Government customers as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Lead internal and vendor teams to develop and deliver on software and interface requirements.
Ensure systems meet Amazon Leo and Government customer performance needs including availability, reliability, upgradeability, interoperability, and security requirements.
Effectively communicate project health, risks and issues to stakeholders and management teams.
Escalate urgent issues appropriately and drive them to closure in a timely manner.