--- title: Software Development Engineer Embedded, Leo at Amazon description: Amazon is hiring for the Software Development Engineer Embedded, Leo role in Redmond, WA. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/software-development-engineer-embedded-leo-at-amazon-01a1420c-ed10-7114-a4f4-aa4345a2aed1 date: 2026-10-16T00:20:06Z og_description: Join Amazon as Software Development Engineer Embedded, Leo in Redmond, WA. Pays $165.2K–$223.6K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/zu4s12.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Amazon](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/amazon?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Redmond, WA | | **Salary** | $165.2K/yr - $223.6K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 15, 2026 | ## Description 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. SpaceSDK is a framework for generating, building, and running software applications for satellite components. SpaceSDK is used by applications across Amazon Leo systems to to manage concurrency, inter process communication and to provide common functionality. Key job responsibilities Design and develop embedded software in Rust, C++, or other modern languages. Write system applications for the various satellite systems and device interfaces like CAN etc. Scale up SpaceSDK to support an increasing number of Satellite components. Develop monitoring and telemetry for Satellite components. Develop security features for satellite systems. Collaborate with other software and hardware teams Troubleshoot and solve critical issues on satellites orbiting in space Be a champion for the quality, reliability and security of critical code. 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. A day in the life We are a fast paced team working on developing and maintaining a critical software framework used by key components on a satellite. We like to solve challenging software engineering problems, as well as root cause failures on in-orbit satellites and help mission control recover satellites. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design. Come help us solve the difficult and rewarding development challenges in building highly reliable, efficient and low-cost satellite! ## Basic Qualifications \- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience \- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience \- Experience programming with at least one software programming language ## Preferred Qualifications \- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience \- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent 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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 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. 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