Senior Software Development Engineer

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Position: Software Development Engineer (SDE - Satellite Storage Health)

Location: Redmond, Washington (Day 1 Onsite)

Duration: Fulltime

Job Description:

Python (mandatory)

Java (mandatory)

Bash/shell scripting (mandatory)

Should be able to write code and have dev experience. The candidate during the interview will be asked to write code . (mandatory)

Hands-on working experience with Linux-based development environments (development, debugging, deployment) embedded.

candidate should be adaptable with start-up mindset

Job Summary:

Client is seeking a highly skilled Software Development Engineer to join our satellite software platforms team. You will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and operational support of embedded software systems powering over-the-air (OTA) updates and storage management across our low-earth-orbit satellite infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, test, and deploy embedded software components supporting the OTA Agent platform

Investigate, triage, and resolve complex production software issues across embedded, storage, and platform services; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Develop new features, enhancements, and bug fixes using Java, Python, and shell scripting within a Linux-based development environment

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operational teams through Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, standups, and retrospectives

Provide technical recommendations supporting platform scalability, reliability, and operational improvements

Contribute to engineering documentation, knowledge transfer materials, and code reviews in accordance with Amazon development standards

Develop and maintain automated testing capabilities supporting SW Provisioning and OTA Agent software releases; drive continuous improvement in test automation coverage.

Required Skills:

7+ years of professional software development experience in industry

Strong proficiency in Java and Python

Solid experience with shell scripting (Bash/sh)

Hands-on working experience with Linux-based development environments (development, debugging, deployment)

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)

Experience with software testing methodologies and test automation frameworks

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve complex production issues

Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in embedded systems development

Familiarity with C++ and/or Rust programming languages

Experience with over-the-air (OTA) update systems or software deployment pipelines

Background in satellite systems, aerospace, or IoT device platforms

Experience with on-call operations, incident management, and root cause analysis

Knowledge of storage management systems and distributed software deployment

Experience working with mission-critical or safety-critical software systems

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and build automation tools