Senior Embedded Software Engineer, GenESIS Team

Overview

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.

Be part of something extraordinary. The Generative AI and Embedded Software Integrated Solutions (GenESIS) team is revolutionizing how Blue Origin builds mission-critical software for our entire fleet of space vehicles. As a Senior Software Engineer, you ll work at the thrilling intersection of cutting-edge embedded systems and advanced AI technology—developing the platform software that makes spaceflight safer, smarter, and more reliable.

• Build Tomorrow s Avionics: Develop high-performance platform software including device drivers, middleware, and applications for next-generation aerospace systems
• Own the Full Lifecycle: Design, develop, test, and optimize embedded solutions across multiple hardware platforms, from requirements through deployment
• Solve Complex Problems: Collaborate with hardware and systems engineers to architect solutions that meet demanding real-time, safety-critical requirements
• Innovate at Scale: Drive performance optimization and create scalable, portable software architectures for a great vehicle portfolio
• Lead Through Mentorship: Elevate the team through comprehensive code reviews, knowledge sharing, and collaborative feedback
• Shape Strategy: Contribute to architectural decisions that influence the future direction of embedded systems at Blue Origin
• Document for Impact: Create clear specifications, design documentation, and API references that enable team success

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of professional embedded software development
• Expert-level proficiency in C/C++
• Deep hands-on experience with real-time systems, multitasking, and embedded synchronization patterns
• Proven expertise in device drivers, middleware (I/O, BIT), hardware abstraction layers, and low-level interfaces
• Working knowledge of multiple hardware architectures (ARM, x86) and embedded environments (RTOS, Linux)
• Experience with CI/CD tools and workflows (Git Lab, Jira, Confluence, or similar)
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proven track record as a collaborative teammate
• Excellent communication skills and passion for team culture

• NASA Core Flight Software (CFE) framework experience
• Proficiency with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN) and networking standards (TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT)
• Background in safety-critical software development (aerospace, automotive, medical devices, or similar)

• Work on Cutting-Edge Technology: Combine embedded systems expertise with generative AI innovation
• Make Real Impact: Your work directly enables Blue Origin s mission to make space accessible to all
• Grow Your Career: Access to continuous learning, varied technical challenges, and mentorship opportunities
• Collaborate with the Best: Partner with talented engineers who are passionate about aerospace and software excellence
• Flexible Support: Relocation assistance available; competitive compensation and benefits package
• Be Part of Something Bigger: Join a team reimagining what s possible in spaceflight

Compensation Range for:

CO applicants is $ - $ WA applicants is $ - $

Other site ranges may differ

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