Embedded Software Engineer - FPGA Systems, Amazon Leo's Wireless Systems

Amazon

Amazon

Software Engineering
Austin, TX, USA
Posted on Nov 14, 2025

Description

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

We are seeking an experienced FPGA Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will develop, implement, and validate embedded software solutions for FPGA-based systems.

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.

Key job responsibilities
* Design and develop embedded software for FPGA platforms
* Create and maintain firmware for various FPGA applications
* Develop and implement hardware/software interfaces
* Debug complex system issues using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
* Write and maintain technical documentation
* Collaborate with hardware engineers on system architecture
* Perform code reviews and implement best practices
* Support system integration and validation testing

**Technical Skills:**
* Programming Languages: C, C++, Python, TCL
* Hardware Description Languages: VHDL, Verilog
* FPGA Tools: Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus
* Debug Tools: Logic Analyzers, Oscilloscopes
* Version Control: Git
* Documentation: Doxygen, Technical Writing