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Systems Development Engineer, OISL Test Automation

Amazon Leo logoAmazon Leo$129,200–$174,800/yrRedmond, Washington, USAFull-timePosted 6mo ago
  • US citizenship

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This posting states $129k–$175k a year. Open test engineer jobs in Washington post a median of $152k a year, the middle half $133k–$162k, across 57 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post.

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About the job

Amazon LEO is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world.

Amazon LEO will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity. We're looking for a hands-on Systems Engineer with a background in the requirements management, design for manufacturing, hardware/software development for hardware test.

Key job responsibilities We are looking for an engineer who combines superb technical and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly and effectively: - Lead the development test system validation - Lead software/hardware integration testing - Lead innovative software/firmware/hardware architectures and flows for multiple manufacturing test lines - Lead review and analysis on data using tools such as MATLAB, Python, or similar. - Support and organize the release of the software and hardware system documents through gate reviews - Investigate and troubleshoot yield issues during prototype and production builds - Write status and/or build reports for cross-functional review - Drive and prioritize execution of system test campaigns - Design and develop software/scripting test setups and supporting hardware for various subsystem validation of the satellite bus. - Identify and analyze the cross-functional tradeoffs between design alternatives, including impact on performance, schedule, cost, risk, complexity, and scale. - Drive cross-functional schedules, test requirements, specifications and limits with the hardware development team - Work concurrently with the design engineers to provide design for testability (DFT) feedback throughout the design process - Support production and integration efforts for hardware subsystems. - Define test strategy, implement and optimize test setup/processes at the CM including design and qualification of test fixtures, test equipment, and test software - Develop procedures, preventative maintenance plans, and troubleshooting guides to support production - Develop and communicate system integration and evaluation strategies and plans in support of program learning, technical risk reduction, verification, and validation - Interested and able to travel domestically and internationally ## 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 You will tackle challenging, novel situations every day and have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon in different locations.

You should be comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity and relish the idea of solving problems that haven't been solved before. ## Basic qualifications - Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure - Experience with Linux/Unix - Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes - Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Computer Science or related field or relevant work experience - Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Java, C++, C#, Rust ## Preferred qualifications - Experience with distributed systems at scale Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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, WA, Redmond - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually

From Amazon Leo's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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