Amazon
Sr. Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure, Kuiper Enterprise Technology
Amazon, Bellevue, Washington, us, 98009
Sr. Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure, Kuiper Enterprise Technology
Job ID: 3054999 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC
Project Kuiper is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individualhouseholds to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
Export Control : This position requires that the candidate selected be a U.S. Citizen in order to comply with U.S. government-imposed requirements related to the nature of the work and/or where it will be performed.
We are seeking a highly experienced technical program manager to drive the development and deployment of critical enterprise infrastructure across our rapidly scaling operations. This role will be instrumental in establishing standardized infrastructure deployment practices, managing complex cross‑functional programs, and ensuring operational readiness across multiple facilities and technical environments.
A successful candidate is a self‑starter who thrives in a start‑up environment, has a passion for scaling operations, and possesses a strong background in technology infrastructure program management, network systems, telecommunications, security systems, and communications distribution design and delivery.
This role requires 25-50% travel.
Key job responsibilities Program Management & Strategy:
Lead end‑to‑end infrastructure readiness programs across solution development and deployment initiatives
Develop and maintain comprehensive infrastructure deployment roadmaps aligned with business milestones
Drive standardization of infrastructure deployment processes and technical specifications.
Create and manage integrated project schedules across multiple workstreams
Establish and track program KPIs, ensuring visibility and accountability
Technical Leadership:
Provide feasibility assessment, scoping, and requirements definition across projects
Lead technical due diligence, risk assessment, and programming for infrastructure delivery
Manage WAN service feasibility studies, bid analysis, and last‑mile construction
Drive network, server, and wireless infrastructure design, hardware planning, and commissioning
Oversee security systems deployment and integration
Ensure infrastructure requirements are met during facility design, permitting, and construction
Lead communications distribution design and low voltage integration efforts
Stakeholder Management:
Act as technical liaison between internal engineering teams and project engineering vendors
Lead quarterly business reviews with engineering vendors
Partner with product managers and engineering teams on infrastructure systems development
Build and maintain strong relationships with cross‑functional teams including facilities, networking, security, and operations
Continuous Improvement:
Drive evolution of program management procedures and design standards
Implement best practices for infrastructure deployment and scaling
Develop and maintain documentation for deployment processes and technical standards
Lead operational readiness reviews and system acceptance testing
Establish metrics and reporting frameworks for infrastructure programs
A day in the life In this role, you will drive critical infrastructure initiatives that enable Kuiper’s ambitious mission by delivering scalable solutions across satellite manufacturing, testing, and deployment facilities.
You will be partnering with engineering, operations, supply chain, and other teams to standardize infrastructure deployment, influence technical architecture, and build frameworks for sustainable growth.
This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of global communications infrastructure while working with advanced technologies in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.
About the team You’ll be joining a newly formed infrastructure program team within Enterprise Technology, focused on building and scaling the foundation that enables Kuiper’s ambitious mission. Our team combines deep technical expertise with strong program management capabilities to deliver critical infrastructure on time and at scale.
We operate with a startup mindset while leveraging Amazon’s resources and best practices. Our culture emphasizes ownership, data‑driven decision making, and innovation in solving complex problems.
We’re building something that’s never been done before, and we’re looking for individuals who are excited about creating new solutions rather than following established playbooks.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
Experience managing enterprise‑level technical infrastructure programs
Experience scaling technical infrastructure operations
Experience delivering program updates to executive stakeholders
Experience managing infrastructure deployment projects
Experience leading the buildout of physical data centers and/or MDF/IDF spaces
Experience with physical layer telecommunications and WAN circuit delivery
Experience developing communications distribution design drawings and construction documentation
Working knowledge of network, server, and wireless infrastructure architecture
Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally, and work within global time zones
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
PMP certification
BICSI RCDD certification
DCDC, OSP, NTS, or PSP certifications
Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or regulated industries
Strong influencing and stakeholder management abilities
Excellence in written and verbal communication
Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives in ambiguous environments
Track record of building scalable operational processes
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $231,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Posted:
July 1, 2025 (Updated about 4 hours ago)
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Project Kuiper is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individualhouseholds to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
Export Control : This position requires that the candidate selected be a U.S. Citizen in order to comply with U.S. government-imposed requirements related to the nature of the work and/or where it will be performed.
We are seeking a highly experienced technical program manager to drive the development and deployment of critical enterprise infrastructure across our rapidly scaling operations. This role will be instrumental in establishing standardized infrastructure deployment practices, managing complex cross‑functional programs, and ensuring operational readiness across multiple facilities and technical environments.
A successful candidate is a self‑starter who thrives in a start‑up environment, has a passion for scaling operations, and possesses a strong background in technology infrastructure program management, network systems, telecommunications, security systems, and communications distribution design and delivery.
This role requires 25-50% travel.
Key job responsibilities Program Management & Strategy:
Lead end‑to‑end infrastructure readiness programs across solution development and deployment initiatives
Develop and maintain comprehensive infrastructure deployment roadmaps aligned with business milestones
Drive standardization of infrastructure deployment processes and technical specifications.
Create and manage integrated project schedules across multiple workstreams
Establish and track program KPIs, ensuring visibility and accountability
Technical Leadership:
Provide feasibility assessment, scoping, and requirements definition across projects
Lead technical due diligence, risk assessment, and programming for infrastructure delivery
Manage WAN service feasibility studies, bid analysis, and last‑mile construction
Drive network, server, and wireless infrastructure design, hardware planning, and commissioning
Oversee security systems deployment and integration
Ensure infrastructure requirements are met during facility design, permitting, and construction
Lead communications distribution design and low voltage integration efforts
Stakeholder Management:
Act as technical liaison between internal engineering teams and project engineering vendors
Lead quarterly business reviews with engineering vendors
Partner with product managers and engineering teams on infrastructure systems development
Build and maintain strong relationships with cross‑functional teams including facilities, networking, security, and operations
Continuous Improvement:
Drive evolution of program management procedures and design standards
Implement best practices for infrastructure deployment and scaling
Develop and maintain documentation for deployment processes and technical standards
Lead operational readiness reviews and system acceptance testing
Establish metrics and reporting frameworks for infrastructure programs
A day in the life In this role, you will drive critical infrastructure initiatives that enable Kuiper’s ambitious mission by delivering scalable solutions across satellite manufacturing, testing, and deployment facilities.
You will be partnering with engineering, operations, supply chain, and other teams to standardize infrastructure deployment, influence technical architecture, and build frameworks for sustainable growth.
This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of global communications infrastructure while working with advanced technologies in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.
About the team You’ll be joining a newly formed infrastructure program team within Enterprise Technology, focused on building and scaling the foundation that enables Kuiper’s ambitious mission. Our team combines deep technical expertise with strong program management capabilities to deliver critical infrastructure on time and at scale.
We operate with a startup mindset while leveraging Amazon’s resources and best practices. Our culture emphasizes ownership, data‑driven decision making, and innovation in solving complex problems.
We’re building something that’s never been done before, and we’re looking for individuals who are excited about creating new solutions rather than following established playbooks.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
Experience managing enterprise‑level technical infrastructure programs
Experience scaling technical infrastructure operations
Experience delivering program updates to executive stakeholders
Experience managing infrastructure deployment projects
Experience leading the buildout of physical data centers and/or MDF/IDF spaces
Experience with physical layer telecommunications and WAN circuit delivery
Experience developing communications distribution design drawings and construction documentation
Working knowledge of network, server, and wireless infrastructure architecture
Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally, and work within global time zones
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
PMP certification
BICSI RCDD certification
DCDC, OSP, NTS, or PSP certifications
Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or regulated industries
Strong influencing and stakeholder management abilities
Excellence in written and verbal communication
Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives in ambiguous environments
Track record of building scalable operational processes
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $231,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Posted:
July 1, 2025 (Updated about 4 hours ago)
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