Embedded SDE, Flight Software - Avionics Endpoint

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.In this role, you will be bringing that vision to life by designing, developing and testing the embedded security systems software that provides the secured communications between the satellites to customer-terminals and the ground-based internet gateways.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- In this role, you will drive the design, development, and operation of a variety of key embedded security capabilities for each satellite throughout its lifetime – from launch to de-orbit.- Own unique embedded software functions through design, implementation (in RUST, C, C++ or other), test, and integration in an embedded Linux or real-time operating system (RTOS) environment.- Write software to interact with devices/electronics using I2C, SPI, CAN, UART etc.- Work closely with hardware teams to support board design, bring-up, and verification, as well as integration and test.- Follow best practices in high reliability embedded software development to ensure high levels of satellite security and reliability.A day in the lifeCome 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!About the teamOur team tackles critical satellite functions including Bus, Telemetry, Command and Data Handling. We are looking for a solid software engineer to participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation and test to operations.Basic qualifications- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience- Experience programming with at least one software programming languagePreferred qualification - 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalentAmazon 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 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 .USA, WA, Redmond - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually