Senior Embedded Software Developer - Space Networking Systems

BLUE ORIGIN • San Francisco, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Emerging Systems Business Unit, which will shape the future of our in-space infrastructure capabilities. This role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. Special Mentions: This role will be onsite in Bay Area, CA. It is approved for a temporary remote work exception while our local site is developed Relocation assistance available Travel may be required up to 10% of the time

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

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%, and an 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.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees