Sys Dev Engineer II, Leo Network Services

Amazon; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on payments

RSUs

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon’s Leo Network Services team in Sunnyvale, CA is looking for a Sys Dev Engineer II to help build and operate a global terrestrial and satellite network, focusing on automation, telemetry, and reliability. You’ll work across space-based and ground systems to ensure customer connectivity and service quality.

You will collaborate with software, systems, and network teams, drive initiatives, and own problems from detection to resolution with a strong bias for action and customer impact.

Qualifications

• Experience automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure.
• Proficiency in at least one modern language (Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust).
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments.
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline builds.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain processes, tooling to monitor and operate a global Service Provider network at scale.
• Develop proactive monitoring and alerting to improve network reliability and customer experience.
• Ensure systems are robust, scalable, and maintainable.
• Integrate with trouble ticketing, dashboards, metrics tools and services.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with software, systems, and network teams.
• Provide on-call incident response.

Skills

Python

Golang

Java

C++

Linux

CI/CD

Network automation

On-call support

Job description

Sys Dev Engineer II, Leo Network Services

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. Are you passionate about building and operating networks at unprecedented scale? Join our Terrestrial Network team to shape the future of a global Service Provider network supporting 3,236 satellites and terrestrial infrastructure. You'll be at the forefront of ensuring reliable connectivity that directly impacts customer experience across our constellation.

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.

Key job responsibilities

• Build and maintain processes, procedures, and tooling to monitor, troubleshoot, and operate a global Service Provider network at scale
• Develop proactive monitoring and alerting solutions to continuously improve network reliability and customer experience
• Ensure that all systems are designed to be robust, scalable, maintainable, and adaptable
• Integrate with existing systems such as trouble ticketing, dashboards, and metrics tools and services
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with other software development, systems development, and network teams.
• Provide support and incident response as part of an on-call rotation

A day in the life

You’ll work at the intersection of space-based and terrestrial networking, tackling unique challenges that few engineers ever encounter. Your day might include analyzing network telemetry from thousands of satellites, collaborating with hardware teams on next‑generation designs, or developing automation that prevents issues before they impact customers. You’ll have the autonomy to identify problems, propose solutions, and drive them to completion while working with talented engineers across the organization.

About the team

Our Terrestrial Network team designs, builds, and operates the earthbound portion of one of the most complex networks in existence - connecting ground stations, data centers, and a constellation of satellites to deliver seamless connectivity. We’re a collaborative group of curious problem-solvers who thrive on technical challenges and are committed to operational excellence. We value innovation, encourage experimentation, and believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives and rigorous technical debate.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large‑scale infrastructure
• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
• Experience with Linux/Unix
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with distributed systems at scale

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

Los Angeles County Applicants

Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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.

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 .

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