Software Dev Manager, Leo Bus & Flight Operations

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. Key Responsibilities: Release Management Ownership - Lead and execute flight software release management strategy for large-scale constellation deployments - Design and optimize release pipelines that balance speed, safety, and reliability - Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software delivery from development to on-orbit deployment Quality Ownership - Define and enforce quality standards for flight software releases - Establish metrics, monitoring, and reporting frameworks to ensure release quality and reliability - Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and deployment risks - Implement quality gates and validation processes appropriate for mission-critical systems Team Leadership - Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing SRM team - Foster a culture of quality, operational excellence, and continuous learning Required Qualifications - 8+ years of software development experience with 3+ years in management roles - Deep understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies - Proven ability to adapt and apply SDLC principles flexibly to meet complex operational needs - Experience with release management for distributed systems or large-scale deployments - Embedded software development will be a big plus - Track record of designing systems with quality and scalability as core principles - Strong technical background in CI/CD, automation, and infrastructure You Will Be Successful If You - Think in terms of scalable processes that can support hundreds or thousands of software deployments - Balance agility with rigor, knowing when to apply process and when to streamline - Obsess over quality metrics and use data to drive decisions - Can navigate the unique challenges of flight software with appropriate risk management - Build systems and processes that scale with constellation growth Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with aerospace, embedded systems, or mission-critical software - Background in satellite operations or constellation management - Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certification processes - Experience with modern DevOps tools and practices 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.