Embedded Software Development Engineer II

Amazon Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Northridge, CAArlington, VARedmond, WA
Salary: $143,700–$194,400 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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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TL;DR · Embedded Software Development Engineer II

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As a Device Software Development Engineer II on the Amazon Leo for Government (ALG) team, you will design and develop embedded software for satellite and ground systems, focusing on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms. Your daily tasks include leveraging modern application frameworks like Embedded Linux and RTOS to create scalable and high-performance software, implementing networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP, and debugging complex hardware-software integration issues with tools like logic analyzers and oscilloscopes. You will collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and product teams to ensure seamless interaction and system reliability while mentoring junior engineers and upholding high-quality standards. The role requires expertise in C++, Java, or Perl, and experience in developing large-scale distributed software applications. This unique opportunity allows you to contribute to the next generation of space-based communication systems supporting critical government initiatives.

Skills

C++ Java Perl Embedded Linux RTOS TCP/IP UDP Logic Analyzers Oscilloscopes CI/CD

What you'll do

Design and develop embedded software for satellite and ground systems on fault-tolerant platforms.
Optimize software using modern application frameworks for Embedded Linux and RTOS to ensure high performance.
Implement data processing, device control, and networking protocols like TCP/IP and UDP.
Debug complex hardware-software integration issues using specialized tools such as logic analyzers.
Mentor junior engineers and conduct design reviews to maintain high software quality standards.

What we're looking for

2+ years of professional software development experience.
Experience designing and developing large-scale embedded or distributed systems.
Proficiency in C++, Java, or Perl for software development.
Ability to work on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms.
Debug complex hardware-software integration issues using diagnostic tools.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability.

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