Senior Software Development Engineer, Leo Secure Communications Team

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$168,100–$227,400 / yr
Posted
20 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $189k
This role $198k
$141k most similar roles pay here $237k

This role pays more than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $164,525–$214,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $198k versus about $189k 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

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Listed pay typically runs $143,700–$194,400 across 533 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Software Development Engineer, Leo Secure Communications Team

As a Sr. Software Development Engineer on the Leo Secure Communications Team, you will participate in all phases of software development from requirements through implementation, testing, and operations. You will collaborate with cross-disciplinary staff to conceive and design solutions for secure communication between critical satellite functions. Your daily responsibilities include designing and implementing low-level embedded software on hardware services, including device drivers, Linux kernel modules, and porting existing software to new systems. You will develop embedded software using C++ and Rust, write software to interact with microcontrollers, and design secure software components. This role focuses on the technical challenges of building highly reliable, power-efficient, and low-cost satellite avionics within a space-based systems environment. You must be able to navigate complex requirements while contributing to the architecture and integration of critical communication infrastructure.

What does a Software Development Engineer earn in Washington?

Median $169050 from 111 postings across 5 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop embedded software using C++ and Rust for satellite systems.
  • Write software to interact directly with microcontrollers.
  • Design and implement secure software for critical satellite functions.
  • Develop low-level embedded software including device drivers and Linux kernel modules.
  • Port existing software to new embedded hardware systems.
  • Lead the design, integration, and improvement of system software.
  • Define software requirements and architecture in coordination with cross-functional teams.

What we're looking for

  • Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
  • 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language.
  • 5+ years of leading design or architecture of new and existing systems.
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead, or leading an engineering team.
  • Develop embedded software in C++ and Rust.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred).
  • Export control laws and regulations, candidates.

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