• Job Description

  Req#: 2998748
  Do you want to be part of the next generation of satellite ground stations? At AWS Ground Station we are changing the way the industry thinks about space to ground communication. Our service enables customers to connect to their on-orbit spacecraft in an on demand model that leverages all the benefits of the AWS network and infrastructure.
  
  We are growing our footprint and capabilities of satellite ground stations and are looking for an engineer to deeply own the technical challenges of delivering highly reliable space data from customers’ vehicles into the AWS cloud.
  
  Amazon’s vision is to be the world’s most customer-centric company, and this role is key to that vision as we redefine what it means to operate in space. As an ideal candidate, you:
  
  - Embrace continuous learning and are always working to eliminate knowledge gaps in relevant areas.
  - Are experienced working in hardware-centric production environments.
  - Are comfortable handling ambiguity and creating solutions that resolve it.
  - Recognize and appreciate diversity of thought and perspectives.
  
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  A day in the life
  On our team you will:
  
  - Work with vendors and AWS engineering teams to discover and implement the latest technologies.
  - Deeply own the deployment, operation, and maintenance of antenna systems around the world (- Identify gaps in functionality or capabilities and create solutions to solve them.
  - Participate in on-call rotation - ensuring our customers' needs are being met.
  - Educate your peers through mentorship and coaching to create lasting positive impact.
  
  
  About the team
  Why AWS
  Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
  
  Utility Computing (UC)
  AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (Iot), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.
  
  Inclusive Team Culture
  Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
  
  Work/Life Balance
  We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
  
  Mentorship and Career Growth
  We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
  
  Diverse Experiences
  Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.- 5+ years experience supporting highly available environments, both locally and in the cloud.
  - Experience across all aspects of satellite ground processing, networks and radio frequency spectrum.
  - Experience deploying and operating a world-wide network of fully-articulating ground station antennas operating in S and X Bands.- Experience deploying and operating a world-wide network of fully-articulating ground station antennas operating in Ka Band.
  
  
  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.

• About the company

  Amazon.com, Inc. is an American multinational technology company based in Seattle, Washington, which focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook. The company has been referred to as "one of the most influential economic and cultural forces in the world", as well as the world's most valuable brand.

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