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Sr. Software Dev Engineer, Leo Ground Control Services

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USA, WA, Redmond$168.1k - $227.4kPosted 1mo ago

About the role

Amazon Leo is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit. The role focuses on end-to-end software development for Leo ground control services, including embedded software and AWS cloud services to manage Leo satellites, supporting satellite operations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop embedded software in C, C++, Rust, or other languages in a real-time operating system environment
  • Develop AWS cloud services that manage the Leo satellites
  • Write system applications for satellite command, file transfer and telemetry
  • Work closely with Leo ground service teams and satellite agent teams to support satellite operations

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
  • 7+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 7+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
  • Master's degree or equivalent in computer science, computer engineering, or related field, or experience in Java, C++, Python, or a related language
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment similar to a high-tech start-up

Skills

Required:Embedded software developmentAWS cloud servicesSystem applications for satellite command, file transfer and telemetryLeadership / mentoring

Benefits

  • The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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