AmazonSystem Development Engineer, Leo Network Services
Amazon is hiring a System Development Engineer, Leo Network Services in Sunnyvale, United States. It pays $123k-$185k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
Level's read on this job
- Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include network reliability, incident management and monitoring.
- Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
- Level lists 20,000+ other open roles at Amazon.
- The role was posted within the past week.
AI in this role
Build and operate monitoring tools and processes for Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network.
Are you passionate about building and operating networks at unprecedented scale? Join our Network Reliability team to shape the future of a global Service Provider network supporting 3,236 satellites and terrestrial infrastructure. You'll be at the forefront of ensuring reliable connectivity that directly impacts customer experience across our constellation.
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
• Build and maintain processes, procedures, and tooling to monitor, troubleshoot, and operate a global Service Provider network at scale
• Develop comprehensive understanding of end-to-end network architecture, including control and data planes across satellite constellation and terrestrial systems
• Establish and enforce incident management and problem management processes to ensure rapid resolution
• Engage with service owners to resolve incidents and coordinate cross-functional efforts
• Prioritize and track initiatives across multiple teams to systematically eliminate recurring problems
• Develop proactive monitoring and alerting solutions to continuously improve network reliability and customer experience
A day in the life
You'll work at the intersection of space-based and terrestrial networking, tackling unique challenges that few engineers ever encounter. Your day might include analyzing network telemetry from thousands of satellites, collaborating with hardware teams on next-generation designs, or developing automation that prevents issues before they impact customers. You'll have the autonomy to identify problems, propose solutions, and drive them to completion while working with talented engineers across the organization.
About the team
Our Network Reliability team operates one of the most complex networks in existence—connecting ground stations, data centers, and a constellation of satellites to deliver seamless connectivity. We're a collaborative group of curious problem-solvers who thrive on technical challenges and are committed to operational excellence. We value innovation, encourage experimentation, and believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives and rigorous technical debate.
Basic qualifications
- Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting infrastructure
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
- Experience with Linux/Unix
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
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.
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. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 122,600.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 99,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Redmond - 99,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
How we rate this
System Development Engineer, Leo Network Services at Amazon rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
- ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
- ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39
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- Tell me about a project where network reliability was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where incident management was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where monitoring was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where automation was part of your work. What did you do?
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