Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband internet connectivity to un-served and under-served communities around the world. In this role, you will be bringing that vision to life by architecting, developing and testing the low level communication systems payload software and Firmware that provides the radio link connectivity between the satellites to customer-terminals.

Key job responsibilities

The Role:

As a Sr. Embedded SW Engineer, you will collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to deliver software solutions for variety of customer products. You will design, implement, and verify software deliverables and utilize automated testing and delivery frameworks to ensure seamless interfacing to all customers. You must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open collaborative peer environment.

In this role you will:

• Own unique software functions through design, implementation (in Python, C++, C# or other), test, and integration in a Linux or real-time operating system (RTOS) environment.

• Write software to interact with devices/electronics using I2C, I3C, SPI, RS-422, RS-485, Ethernet, etc. communications.

• Follow best practices in high reliability software development to ensure high levels of reliability and availability.

• Work with code delivery pipelines and automated build environments to provide seamless delivery & integration environment for customers.

• Work with cross-disciplinary staff to develop, test, and optimize HW/SW calibration algorithms to compensate for RF impairments.

• Validate digital beam-forming implementations, algorithms and architectures with simulation model, FPGA prototype and silicon.

• Develop detailed test plans and test procedures for validation and characterization of RF Wireless SOC performance.

• Debug issues in the lab and optimize conducted and/or OTA throughput performances by collaboratively working with cross functional teams.

• Bring up and test digital functionality using embedded firmware.

• Engage with both internal and external customers to drive customer centric FW/SW release procedures with testing and validation.

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

Come work at Amazon! We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design. Come help us solve the difficult and rewarding development challenges in building highly reliable, power efficient and low-cost satellite avionics and communication systems payload!

About the team

Our team tackles many critical satellite payload functions including payload power management, hardware interfaces, command & telemetry, operational state management, thermal management, resiliency and redundancy, hardware and software integration. We are looking for an outstanding software engineer to participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and test to operations.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience

• 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience

• 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

• Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

• Experience in wireless system simulation, design and architecture, system integration, RF system analysis

• Experience with Communication Systems, modems and RF SOCs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in designing, developing, and testing embedded software in C/C++ for high-reliability applications (satellite avionics, mission critical systems, communication systems, industrial control, automotive, medical devices etc.).

• Experience of board bring up, BSP development, OS/driver level software development and debugging.

• Experience with telecommunications, data communications (routers and switches), Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Layer 1 of communications protocol stack, RF and Antenna systems experience will be a plus.

• Experience deploying and sustaining embedded software in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with software optimization for fast production test throughput.

• Familiarity with MATLAB simulation capabilities a big plus

• Experience in silicon bring-up and using lab equipment such as with vector spectrum analyzer, signal generators, high speed scopes and logic analyzers

• Experience in planning for key deliverables and milestones

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

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 compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.