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Amazon Inc. is the world''s largest e-commerce and cloud computing company, operating the Amazon marketplace, AWS cloud platform, Prime subscription services, Alexa voice AI, and logistics infrastructure. Industry: E-Commerce & Cloud Computing
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As a Device Software Engineer on the Amazon Leo Government team, you will design and develop embedded software for satellite and ground systems. You will build fault-tolerant, real-time platforms by leveraging modern application frameworks for Embedded Linux and RTOS environments to create scalable, modular solutions. Your daily responsibilities include implementing software for data processing, device control, and networking protocols like TCP/IP and UDP, while debugging complex hardware-software integration issues using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes. The role requires proficiency in at least one programming language, with preferred expertise in Xilinx platforms, custom silicon development, cryptography, and secure SDLC practices. You will work on mission-critical systems to provide secure, high-performance communication for U.S. and allied government missions, solving the technical challenges of space-based communications within a multidisciplinary team focused on specialized satellite and ground applications.
C
C++
Python
Linux
Real-time Systems
Hardware-in-the-loop
Software-in-the-loop
CI/CD
OTA Updates
Firmware
FPGA
DMA
Cross-compilation
Source Control Management
Test Automation