Blue Origin · 3 days ago
Senior Embedded Software Developer - Space Networking Systems
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$198K/yr - $277K/yr
8+ years expBlue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Senior Embedded Software Developer will lead the architecture and development of a space-based networking system, designing embedded software solutions for high-speed applications in space environments.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead software architecture and development of a space-based networking system from the ground up
Design and implement embedded software solutions for high-speed routing and switching applications in space environments
Build and mentor a team of highly skilled software engineers, fostering technical excellence and innovation
Develop robust, efficient code in C++ or Rust for resource-constrained embedded systems
Architect networking solutions optimized for constrained communication links in space applications
Implement networking protocols including BGP, MPLS, and SRv6 for space-based communications
Design and implement zero-trust architecture security principles into software systems
Establish software development best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and TDD
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware systems
Contribute to technical documentation, code reviews, and system architecture decisions
Participate in Agile/SAFe development processes and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in embedded software development
Strong proficiency in C++ or Rust programming languages
Demonstrated experience with object-oriented design, optimization, embedded engineering, and event-driven architecture
Experience with networking concepts and protocols including BGP, MPLS, and SRv6
Understanding of networking over constrained links and optimization techniques
Knowledge of cyber security principles for zero-trust architecture relating to software architecture, operating systems, and system design
Experience with modern encryption standards for authentication and data protection
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and Test-Driven Development
Experience with Agile or Scaled Agile development methodologies
Preferred
Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in embedded software development for mission-critical systems
Previous experience in aerospace, defense, or satellite communications industries
Experience leading software development teams and mentoring junior engineers
Knowledge of space-based communications systems and constraints
Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV)
Familiarity with RTOS and bare-metal programming
Experience with formal verification methods for safety-critical software
Knowledge of radiation-hardened computing environments and related software considerations
Experience with IPv6 transition technologies and next-generation networking protocols
Publications or patents related to networking, embedded systems, or space communications
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
Recent News
2026-01-24
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