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!As a Payload Integration and Test Sr. Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the Kuiper system data-path/network verification, support the implementation and validation sign-off of various software interface requirements and modem architectures. You will be working in a collaborative environment with a multi-disciplinary team and 3rd party partners from development to productization of various Kuiper products.ResponsibilitiesConceptualize and execute a test campaign with specific focus on network functionality and performance. Engage with systems, hardware, and software development engineering teams to accomplish the following in pursuit of network integration and testing: capture requirements, define use cases, work backwards from product strategy.Build the networking stack in the lab environment by collecting and integrating networking hardware and software. Exercise this system for exploratory characterization in preparation for formal testing events.Troubleshoot deeply: anticipate failures, collect data, analyze log files, compare models to observed behavior, root cause.Utilize AWS cloud resources as well as commercial-off-the-shelf test equipment: program, instrument, and automate.Draft and maintain high quality documentation for program-level feedback: test verification matrix, status tracking, test runs for record.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.Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience5+ years of IP networking experience3+ years of experience with satellite and/or cellular network operatorsMaster's/PhD degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related discipline.3+ years developing networking hardware and softwareSoftware defined network implementations and network protocol extensionProgramming in an object-oriented language (Python preferred)Wireless communication theory and practiceProtocol analysis for quality assurance metrics and monitoringApplication development for telecommunications systemsExperience building and maintaining networks, coordinating handoffs, provisioning resourcesSoftware suites: AWS, Microsoft Office, Atlassian, Linux, WiresharkNetwork load testing, stress testing, L2 and L3 testing, L4 through L7 testingModeling, simulation, emulation of IP networksVideo distribution over IPOur compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $115,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,800/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. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.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 pr