Senior Manager, Software, Payload Software

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Sunnyvale, CARedmond, WA
Salary
$253,100–$342,300 / yr
Posted
2 days ago

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Above market

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This role $298k
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This role pays more than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $160,617–$226,487 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $298k versus about $194k for comparable roles.

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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 · Senior Manager, Software, Payload Software

As a Sr. Manager of Software for Payload Software at Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC, you will lead the development and architecture of satellite payload systems, ensuring embedded and networking software meets stringent reliability, security, and performance standards from manufacturing to on-orbit operations. Your daily responsibilities include defining network software architectures, overseeing FPGA teams, leading comprehensive system testing, and collaborating with hardware engineering teams across the globe. This role demands expertise in constrained hardware environments, Linux networking solutions, and sophisticated embedded software coordination for over 600 processors aboard satellites. You will also build and scale high-performing engineering organizations, hire top talent, and foster innovation while meeting project schedules and regulatory requirements.

What you'll do

  • Define and implement end-to-end network software architecture for satellite payload systems.
  • Lead embedded software development for satellite payload and ground systems.
  • Own systems test strategy and execution, including Hardware-in-the Loop simulation frameworks.
  • Hire and develop exceptional embedded and network software engineers and leaders.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, speed, and technical excellence in the team.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of engineering experience in software development and delivery.
  • 7+ years of hands-on management experience leading embedded and networking teams.
  • Proven ability to build and scale high-performing engineering organizations (40+ people).
  • Expertise in planning, designing, developing, and delivering consumer software solutions.
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent programs and projects in an Agile environment.

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