Manager of MAC Embedded Software Development, Kuiper RF/Modem Development - Amazon

Description Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Come work at Amazon! Amazon is seeking a highly motivated leader familiar with development of embedded software for wireless broadband communication systems. We are developing, and will be operating satellite communication systems targeting both consumer and commercial customers. As Manager of MAC Embedded Software, you will: · Recruit, train, lead and manage a team of engineers who will define requirements for and implementing satellite and customer terminal on customer embedded software that enables layer-2 of our Kuiper communications protocol stack. · Build embedded systems that target high volume consumer and commercial products, you will need to understand embedded silicon processors such as ARM 5x, MIPS R5, Synopsys ARC, Tensilica, etc. · Manage and build a team of embedded software engineers that can code real time systems using either bare metal or RTOS. · Understand fundamental packet queuing and priority schedulers, as well as the use of DMA engines for memory to memory packet transfer. · Have solid understanding of Layer-2 Control plane and data plane optimization. · Be responsible for embedded software for the ground systems, including the gateway ground system and the consumer customer terminal as well as the layer-2 embedded software that runs in the satellites as part of the space segment. · Manage some PHY level software requirements including configuration of the modem, managing detection from asynchronous transmissions such as a Random Access Channel (RACH) operation and tasks such as fragmentation and reassembly. · Be responsible for Layer-2 implementation tasks required on the Satellite, Customer terminal and Gateway terminal such as: seamless system handover, Satellite, Gateway and Customer initial network entry (INE), Multiple user multiple access, UL and DL MAP creation and transport, Doppler prediction, Doppler correction, Ranging and synchronization, Packet QoS Scheduling and queuing, Link Adaptation with adaptive coding and Modulation, Phased array Beam coefficient management Layer-2 error handling and error recovery, Interference mitigation, RACH processing, PHY/Modem management and configuration, Beamformer/Phased array coefficient management, System Power management to name a few. 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. Basic Qualifications - Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in computer or electrical engineering discipline is required. - Minimum of 7 years of experience in embedded Layer-2 software development industry with at least 5 years in engineering management. - Experience contributing to and authoring software specifications, and software design documents - Experience supporting program technical reviews and software configuration management. - Experience in developing regression tests and validation plans. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy - Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us. 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 compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $166,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $287,700/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.