Sr. Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Job Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites to provide broadband network connectivity to unserved and underserved communities worldwide, with a focus on security.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, CE, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years delivering security software in a production environment
• 5+ years experience delivering distributed software systems in Python, Java, Rust, GoLang or C/C++
• 3+ years experience in delivering for cloud-native environments
• 3+ years experience in delivering software for Linux

Responsibilities

• Root causing security issues and coordinating with Amazon security response teams
• Identifying and driving areas of improvement for Kuiper security mechanisms
• Supporting product development processes by providing consultation services on security decisions
• Collaborating with business leaders to define security priorities
• Guiding teams towards secure product outcomes
• Assisting Red Teams in identifying security testing priorities
• Investigating emerging security issues and proposing preventive mechanisms

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)