Principal Global Public Safety, Amazon Leo
Amazon
- Location
- US, WA, Redmond
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Principal
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
About this role
Help build the future of global emergency communications—from space. Amazon LEO is building a next-generation low Earth orbit satellite network designed to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to communities around the world, including places where traditional networks don’t exist or fail when they’re needed most. As the Principal, Global Public Safety Lead you have deep expertise in Public Safety and Emergency Response. You’ll define the strategy, vision, and execution for emergency connectivity capabilities that enable first responders, emergency service providers, governments, businesses, and communities to stay connected when every second matters. This is a rare opportunity to shape the vision at the intersection of satellite communications, public safety, global technology, and customer experience, creating solutions that have the potential to save lives across dozens of countries. Key job responsibilities You’ll own the global public safety strategy for Amazon LEO’s Emergency Connectivity Services, driving our external relationships from concept through launch while partnering with engineering, operations, legal, regulatory, public policy, and external emergency services organizations. In this highly visible leadership role, you will: Define and execute the long-term vision for emergency connectivity services worldwide. Develop external relationships worldwide to enable reliable satellite-based communications for first responders and emergency service providers. Drive end-to-end development of initiatives, ensuring exceptional customer experiences from design through launch. Establish partnerships with Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs), emergency response organizations, regulators, and global stakeholders. Develop scalable solutions that support multiple countries, languages, regulatory environments, and emergency service integrations. Balance customer needs, operational excellence, and compliance requirements while delivering innovative solutions at global scale. Influence cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, legal, regulatory affairs, and public policy to deliver complex, high-impact initiatives. 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