Software Development Engineer, GNC Software

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$143,700–$194,400 / yr
Posted
16 days ago
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Similar $174k
This role $169k
$138k most similar roles pay here $200k

This role pays more than 59% of similar roles. Most pay $160,000–$187,212 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $169k versus about $174k for comparable roles.

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About Amazon Inc

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

Amazon Inc currently has 457 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Software Development Engineer, GNC Software

As a Software Development Engineer, GNC Software, Amazon Leo, you will join the Guidance, Navigation, and Control team to develop critical software for a low Earth orbit satellite network. You will build real-time embedded software to fly satellites, ground-based applications to predict orbital states and monitor collisions, and high-fidelity modeling and simulation software. Your daily work involves prototyping design concepts, participating in component and satellite level testing, and supporting flight operations to ensure safe maneuvering and station keeping. The role requires proficiency in at least one programming language and experience with professional software development. You will solve complex problems related to orbital mechanics, space safety, and autonomous systems for a large constellation. This position focuses on the technical challenges of ensuring precise positioning, maneuver optimization, and communication system cueing within a high-performance satellite infrastructure.

What does a Software Development Engineer earn in Washington?

Median $169050 from 91 postings across 7 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop real-time embedded software to fly and maneuver satellites.
  • Build ground-based applications to predict orbital states and monitor for potential collisions.
  • Create high-fidelity modeling and simulation software for satellite systems.
  • Develop infrastructure required to develop, test, and operate the GNC system.
  • Prototype new design concepts for advanced constellation capabilities.
  • Participate in component and satellite-level testing phases.
  • Assist with flight operations and resolve issues during integration and manufacturing.

What we're looking for

  • Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred).
  • Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates.

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