Senior Systems Development Engineer, Test Automation, Sustaining Engineering

Amazon Inc

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Location
Redmond, WA
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$151,200–$204,600 / yr
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2 days ago
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This role $178k
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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 Systems Development Engineer, Test Automation, Sustaining Engineering

Sr. Systems Development Engineer, Test Automation, Sustaining Engineering joins the Sustaining Engineering team to support Optical Inter-Satellite Link manufacturing as production scales. This role focuses on optimizing high-volume production and managing cross-discipline requirements for satellite bus subsystems. You will lead test system validation, hardware and software integration testing, and the development of innovative architectures for multiple manufacturing lines. Daily responsibilities include troubleshooting yield issues, designing scripting test setups, developing maintenance plans, and performing data analysis to reduce technical risk. The role requires expertise in Python, MATLAB, or similar tools, along with proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and CI/CD pipelines. You will manage hardware and software system documents through gate reviews while coordinating with design engineers on testability feedback. The work centers on solving complex manufacturing challenges for satellite-to-satellite communication systems within a multi-disciplinary production environment.

What you'll do

  • Lead the development and validation of test systems for satellite hardware and software integration.
  • Design and develop software scripts and hardware setups to validate various satellite bus subsystems.
  • Analyze manufacturing data using tools like MATLAB or Python to identify and troubleshoot yield issues.
  • Define test strategies and optimize production processes, including the design of test fixtures and equipment.
  • Provide "design for testability" feedback to engineering teams during the product development lifecycle.
  • Create technical documentation, maintenance plans, and troubleshooting guides to support high-volume manufacturing.
  • Manage cross-functional schedules, requirements, and specifications for hardware development programs.

What we're looking for

  • Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
  • Experience leading the design, automation, deployment, and support of large-scale infrastructure.
  • Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, or Rust.
  • Experience with Linux/Unix systems.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes.
  • 3+ years of experience designing or architecting new and existing systems using design patterns, reliability, and scaling.
  • 5+ years of experience in systems design, software development, operations, automation, and process improvement.
  • Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates.

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