Embedded Software Engineer III - TeraWave
Woodland Hills, Los Angeles County, California, 91367, USA
Listed on 2026-02-24
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer
Application close date:
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 Tera Wave, a satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth.This network will service tens of thousands of enterprise, data center, and government users who require reliable connectivity for critical operations.
As an Embedded Software Developer III on the Tera Wave team, you will be part of a talented group developing the architecture of a space-based networking system from the ground up. You will design and implement software for high-speed routing and switching systems that will form the backbone of our orbital communications network.
Your work will directly contribute to creating a multi-orbit satellite communications network that combines low Earth orbit and medium Earth orbit satellites to deliver unprecedented connectivity capabilities worldwide.
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 provided
- Travel expected up to 15% of the time
- Interviews will include a technical assessment
- Multiple positions available
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Design, develop, and test embedded software for Blue Origin's Tera Wave satellite communications network using C++ or Rust
- Implement networking protocols including BGP, MPLS, and SRv6 for space-based applications
- Develop software solutions for high-speed routing and switching in constrained space environments
- Develop cyber security solutions for zero-trust architecture in space-based systems
- Implement modern encryption standards for authentication and customer data protection
- Optimize software performance for embedded systems with limited resources
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware systems
- Participate in code reviews and maintain high-quality software development practices
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated test frameworks
- Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies to ensure robust, reliable software
- Contribute to software architecture decisions and technical documentation
- Troubleshoot complex software issues in embedded networking systems
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 5+ 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
- 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 (TDD)
- Familiarity with RTOS and bare-metal programming
- Experience with Agile or Scaled Agile development methodologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Previous experience in aerospace, defense, or communications industries
- Experience with IP, networking, and communications protocols including BGP, MPLS, SRv6, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, voice, and video
- Experience with hardware/software co-design for embedded systems
- Knowledge of space-based communications systems and constraints
- Experience interfacing with FPGAs, secure boot, and high-speed serial buses
- Background in developing safety-critical or high-reliability systems
- Understanding of networking over constrained links and resource-limited environments
- Experience with formal verification methods for critical software
Compensation Range for:
CA applicants is $ - $Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
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