Sr. SDM, Verification and Validation, Amazon Leo, D2D Software
Core
Leads verification and validation for embedded software in a low Earth orbit satellite constellation, ensuring automated gate criteria and release sign-off for Direct-to-Device (D2D) 5G connectivity.
Role type
Senior Engineering Manager (Verification & Validation)
Builds
Embedded software for satellite constellations and ground systems
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications / Embedded Systems
Required skills
Requirements-based verification, Gate automation, Fault injection, Timing analysis, Performance testing, Security testing, Team hiring and coaching, Workflow definition, Data-driven decision making, Embedded Linux/RTOS verification
Preferred skills
Safety-critical standards (DO-178C, ISO 26262), Security fuzzing, Multi-team leadership, Multi-year strategy setting
Technologies
Embedded Linux, RTOS, Automation frameworks
Responsibilities
Own requirements-based verification and gate criteria automation, Hire and coach engineers, Define team metrics and service levels, Automate manual verification tasks, Set team roadmap and negotiate boundaries with peer teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities