Software Development Engineer, GNC Software

Job Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit. The mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities worldwide.

Requirements

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience
• Experience with at least one software programming language
• 1+ years of experience in embedded systems and avionics, feedback control systems, or real-time software
• Experience with design patterns, data structures, and test-driven development
• Experience with full life-cycle software engineering practices

Responsibilities

• Develop real-time, embedded software for satellite flight systems
• Design ground-based applications for predicting orbital state and optimizing maneuvers
• Develop high fidelity modeling and simulation software
• Develop infrastructure for system development and operation

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)