Amazon

Description

Have you ever wanted to develop ground systems and related products for a high-performance satellite constellation? Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. We are looking for a Ground Software Systems Engineer to participate in the technical definition, development, integration, test, production, and deployment of Leo ground systems. These systems include state of the art full motion tracking antennas, modems, and innovative supporting systems.

Key job responsibilities

• Become a Ground Software Systems Engineer and Owner, a key member of the Ground Systems development team with a focus on Ground Gateway and TT&C software systems
• Lead ground terminal software requirements definition and design for project teams in the planning, design, and delivery of Leo ground systems software solutions
• Serve as technical expert of ground terminal functionality and associated software interfaces
• Research, analyze, and design inter-system/application interface protocols, behaviors and performance addressing cyber-security standards and network topology/routing as well as software engineering best-practices
• Use a broad understanding of software engineering, network engineering and RF engineering concepts as it relates to ground terminal monitoring and control to develop solutions to problems and design issues
• Manage day-to-day software related technical direction for the team to ensure project schedules are met and development roadblocks are resolved
• Lead internal and supplier development teams to understand ground terminal software requirements and create all software technical deliverables
• Effectively communicate project health, risks and issues to stakeholders and management teams
• Ensure delivered gateway systems meet Leo performance needs including availability, reliability, upgradeability, interoperability, and security requirements.
• Mentor and lead other Software Systems and Software Development Engineers

A day in the life

In this role as a Senior Ground Software Systems Engineer, you will be actively engaged in developing Leo’s Ground Systems software capabilities. You will define the software products, features, and requirements with internal development teams and external suppliers. These products enable mission critical, high throughput communications with Leo satellites. You will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary team to develop, qualify, produce, and globally deploy solutions and products enabling Leo’s global network.

About the team

The Ground Systems team is responsible for the architecture, design, build, and installation of Leo’s Ground Gateway and TT&C Terminal Systems. Our Ground Gateways enable high data rate, low latency communications between Leo points of presence (PoP) and our Low Earth Orbit Satellite constellation. TT&C Terminals support satellite Launch and Early Orbit enabling command and control of the satellites during this critical phase. The team works closely with the Networks, Regulatory, Payload Test, and RF Systems teams to ensure Leo provides a seamless customer experience.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby experience
• 5+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with architecture or system engineering
• Knowledge of network design, protocols and troubleshooting
• Experience in writing and managing software system and subsystem requirements, including definition and traceability.
• Experience working with external custom product suppliers
• Experience in developing performance optimized and highly-available real-time monitoring and control software for Linux based systems
• Experience in developing cloud-based infrastructure services, related to database technologies, monitoring services, and/or analytics

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $235,200/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.