Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Development Engineer

We're working with Amazon Kuiper on this exciting opportunity!

As a Senior SDE, you will play a pivotal role in engineering the "brains" of a global space-based internet service, designing high-performance network orchestration systems from the ground up. This role is a unique blend of systems programming (C++/Rust), deep networking (BGP/OSPF), and massive-scale cloud infrastructure on AWS.

The Role

• Lead the design and architecture of highly scalable network services for provisioning, IP address management (IPv4/IPv6), and dynamic traffic management across a global satellite constellation.

• Develop performance-critical networking code using C, C++, or Rust to manage packet inspection and low-latency network functions.

• Architect and deploy sophisticated routing protocols (BGP, IS-IS, OSPF) tailored for the unique, dynamic topologies of moving spacecraft and ground stations.

• Build and operate mission-critical networking services across both AWS cloud infrastructure and resource-constrained embedded devices.

• Drive technical strategy as a mentor and tech lead, influencing the end-to-end software development lifecycle from initial design patterns to global deployment.

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of professional software development experience with expert-level proficiency in systems languages like C++, Rust, or C.

• Expert knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentals, including advanced routing, subnetting, and network topology design in link-state and distance-vector environments.

• Proven track record leading the architecture of large-scale distributed systems with a focus on reliability, high throughput, and low latency.

• Hands-on experience with network simulation and testing tools used for verifying complex routing protocols at scale.

• Specific eligibility: Due to export control requirements, candidates must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

What's On Offer

• Highly competitive base salary range of $168,100 - $261,500 (dependent on location and experience).

• Comprehensive compensation package including sign-on bonuses and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

• Remote-friendly flexibility within a culture that empowers engineers to solve the world's toughest connectivity challenges.

• Premium benefits including 401(k) matching, extensive parental leave, and top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Apply via Haystack today!