senior software engineering Hardware Engineer ic · Posted Apr 6, 2026
$151,200 – $204,600
USD per year

About this role

Amazon is hiring a senior-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Austin, TX. The posting calls out experience with Python, Java, Go, Rust. Compensation is listed at $151,200–$204,600 per year.

Role
Hardware Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Austin, TX
Department
Hardware Development
Posted
Apr 6, 2026

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Job description

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Amazon Leo 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. As a Sr. PIT RF Communications System Payload Integration and Test Engineer, you will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary team to design and test innovative product solutions. You will work closely with colleagues throughout Amazon Leo's inter-disciplinary team and engage third party suppliers in order to drive key aspects of product definition, execution, and optimization. You must be responsive, flexible and able to succeed within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. As a member of the Payload Integration and Test team, you will be responsible for verification and validation of the entire wireless system composed of multiple wireless components. This includes testing, analyzing, and optimizing RF systems from baseband modems to RF transceivers to phased-array antennas. Responsibilities · Working within a project team and taking responsibility for a high bandwidth, low earth orbit communications satellite constellation. · Deep-dives into component and subsystem designs to document expectations, evaluate tests, remedy test failures, and provide quick feedback to improve performance. · Collaborating with diverse technical teams such as software, mechanical, modem, and compliance teams…

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