Amazon
Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Amazon Leo Digital RF Systems
Amazon, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
Join our mission to revolutionize space technology by developing secure, mission‑critical software that powers our satellite constellation. Your work will directly enable communications, autonomous operations, and reliable performance for satellites serving customers worldwide—while ensuring robust security from the moment they launch until their planned de‑orbit.
About the Role We're seeking an experienced embedded software engineer with strong security expertise to architect and develop mission‑critical, security‑hardened software for our satellite systems. You'll work at the intersection of hardware, software, and cybersecurity, creating firmware that not only controls satellite operations but also protects against evolving threats in the space domain.
Export Control Requirement Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Key job responsibilities
Lead secure software development for critical modules including ASIC firmware, commanding systems, telemetry processing, power control, hardware interfaces, and autonomous capabilities, implementing security‑by‑design principles throughout the satellite's operational lifetime
Drive security architecture and threat modeling by identifying potential vulnerabilities, conducting security reviews, and designing defensive measures to protect satellite systems from cyber threats
Design and implement robust, security‑hardened software and firmware in Linux and real‑time operating system (RTOS) environments, ensuring high reliability and security under resource constraints
Conduct and support penetration testing to validate security controls, identify weaknesses, and implement remediation strategies for embedded systems
Build secure hardware interfaces by writing software that communicates with devices and electronics using protocols including I2C, I3C, SPI, UART, USB, JTAG, and Ethernet, with appropriate security controls and authentication mechanisms
Collaborate closely with hardware design teams, security architects, and customers to support secure custom silicon chip and board design, bringing new hardware from concept through secure bring‑up, verification, and integration
Champion security and reliability by following best practices in secure embedded software development, including secure coding standards, code reviews, and security testing to ensure our systems meet the demanding requirements of space operations
Optimize for secure production by partnering with test engineers to integrate security validation into manufacturing and test environments
About the team
Meaningful impact: Your code will operate in space, enabling critical communications and services while protecting vital infrastructure
Technical growth: Work with cutting‑edge technology at the intersection of highly sophisticated ASIC/SOC, hardware, software, security, and space systems
Security leadership: Shape security practices and architecture for next‑generation satellite systems
Collaborative environment: Partner with world‑class hardware engineers, security architects, systems engineers, and domain experts
Innovation culture: We value creative problem‑solving and encourage new approaches to complex security and engineering challenges
Basic Qualifications
7+ years of non‑internship professional software development experience
5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
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
Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java or Perl
7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with significant contributions to system design and architecture of complex systems (including architecture patterns, reliability, scaling, and security considerations)
Deep expertise in secure embedded firmware development for bare‑metal or RTOS‑based systems, with proven ability to meet real‑time, low‑power, reliability, and security requirements under hardware resource constraints
Experience with debugging tools such as GDB for testing code on FPGA or prototype chips
Experience with security‑aware software design, including threat modeling, security reviews, and vulnerability assessment
Practical knowledge of penetration testing methodologies and tools for embedded systems
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in system‑level architecture and board‑level design
Background working with security‑aware bootloaders, secure boot chains, and trusted execution environments
Practical experience using cryptography libraries (mbedTLS, OpenSSL, PKCS11) in secure applications, including key management and secure storage
Knowledge of security standards and frameworks (e.g., Common Criteria, NIST guidelines, secure coding standards)
Experience with hardware security modules (HSMs) or trusted platform modules (TPMs)
Familiarity with secure communications protocols and encryption implementations
Knowledge of telecommunications or data communications systems security (routers and switches)
Experience with security certifications or compliance requirements for aerospace/defense systems
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/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.
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Join our mission to revolutionize space technology by developing secure, mission‑critical software that powers our satellite constellation. Your work will directly enable communications, autonomous operations, and reliable performance for satellites serving customers worldwide—while ensuring robust security from the moment they launch until their planned de‑orbit.
About the Role We're seeking an experienced embedded software engineer with strong security expertise to architect and develop mission‑critical, security‑hardened software for our satellite systems. You'll work at the intersection of hardware, software, and cybersecurity, creating firmware that not only controls satellite operations but also protects against evolving threats in the space domain.
Export Control Requirement Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Key job responsibilities
Lead secure software development for critical modules including ASIC firmware, commanding systems, telemetry processing, power control, hardware interfaces, and autonomous capabilities, implementing security‑by‑design principles throughout the satellite's operational lifetime
Drive security architecture and threat modeling by identifying potential vulnerabilities, conducting security reviews, and designing defensive measures to protect satellite systems from cyber threats
Design and implement robust, security‑hardened software and firmware in Linux and real‑time operating system (RTOS) environments, ensuring high reliability and security under resource constraints
Conduct and support penetration testing to validate security controls, identify weaknesses, and implement remediation strategies for embedded systems
Build secure hardware interfaces by writing software that communicates with devices and electronics using protocols including I2C, I3C, SPI, UART, USB, JTAG, and Ethernet, with appropriate security controls and authentication mechanisms
Collaborate closely with hardware design teams, security architects, and customers to support secure custom silicon chip and board design, bringing new hardware from concept through secure bring‑up, verification, and integration
Champion security and reliability by following best practices in secure embedded software development, including secure coding standards, code reviews, and security testing to ensure our systems meet the demanding requirements of space operations
Optimize for secure production by partnering with test engineers to integrate security validation into manufacturing and test environments
About the team
Meaningful impact: Your code will operate in space, enabling critical communications and services while protecting vital infrastructure
Technical growth: Work with cutting‑edge technology at the intersection of highly sophisticated ASIC/SOC, hardware, software, security, and space systems
Security leadership: Shape security practices and architecture for next‑generation satellite systems
Collaborative environment: Partner with world‑class hardware engineers, security architects, systems engineers, and domain experts
Innovation culture: We value creative problem‑solving and encourage new approaches to complex security and engineering challenges
Basic Qualifications
7+ years of non‑internship professional software development experience
5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
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
Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java or Perl
7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with significant contributions to system design and architecture of complex systems (including architecture patterns, reliability, scaling, and security considerations)
Deep expertise in secure embedded firmware development for bare‑metal or RTOS‑based systems, with proven ability to meet real‑time, low‑power, reliability, and security requirements under hardware resource constraints
Experience with debugging tools such as GDB for testing code on FPGA or prototype chips
Experience with security‑aware software design, including threat modeling, security reviews, and vulnerability assessment
Practical knowledge of penetration testing methodologies and tools for embedded systems
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in system‑level architecture and board‑level design
Background working with security‑aware bootloaders, secure boot chains, and trusted execution environments
Practical experience using cryptography libraries (mbedTLS, OpenSSL, PKCS11) in secure applications, including key management and secure storage
Knowledge of security standards and frameworks (e.g., Common Criteria, NIST guidelines, secure coding standards)
Experience with hardware security modules (HSMs) or trusted platform modules (TPMs)
Familiarity with secure communications protocols and encryption implementations
Knowledge of telecommunications or data communications systems security (routers and switches)
Experience with security certifications or compliance requirements for aerospace/defense systems
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/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.
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