Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Overview

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 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.

Join the Revolutionary GenESIS Team!

We're looking for passionate innovators to join our Generative AI and Embedded Software Integrated Solutions (GenESIS) team, where you'll help shape the next generation of embedded platform software powering Blue Origin's entire fleet of space vehicles! As part of GenESIS, you'll work at the exciting convergence of mission-critical embedded systems and cutting-edge Blue Origin Generative AI technology.

Your Impact as a Senior Software Engineer:

You'll leverage your expertise as part of our highly collaborative team, developing essential platform software (drivers, middleware/IO, and more) and innovative tools for varied spaceflight systems. Whether you're looking to deepen your technical specialization or expand into new domains, you'll find opportunities to grow while making meaningful contributions. Your work will directly enable every Blue Origin business unit to safely and reliably transport people and payloads to orbit and beyond—making space accessible for all of humanity.

Relocation assistance is available for those moving to Blue Origin locations. If you are passionate about embedded software and want to work with leading-edge technologies, we invite you to apply.

In this position, you will:

• Join an exciting development program where you'll explore varied opportunities and gain hands-on experience across the entire software development lifecycle—perfect for expanding your skillset regardless of your career stage
• Build cutting-edge platform software for embedded avionics systems, including device drivers, middleware, and applications that power next-generation aerospace technology
• Partner closely with hardware and systems engineers to shape software requirements and create seamless integration across multiple hardware platforms
• Contribute your voice to architecture and design discussions that influence the future of embedded systems
• Drive innovation through performance optimization and implementation of scalable, portable software solutions
• Ensure highest quality by conducting comprehensive testing, debugging, and performance analysis across varied hardware environments
• Create lasting impact by developing clear, comprehensive documentation including requirements, design specifications, and API references that benefit the entire team
• Act as a mentor through collaborative code reviews and constructive feedback that elevates everyone's capabilities
• Harness collaborative skills as you integrate avionics platform software into a varied portfolio of groundbreaking products

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming
• Deep understanding of real-time systems, multitasking, and synchronization in embedded environments
• Experience with software loaders, device drivers, middleware (I/O, BIT), hardware abstraction, and low-level interfaces
• Knowledge of multiple hardware architectures (ARM, x86) and RTOS/Linux embedded environments
• Experience with CI/CD environments and tools such as Gitlab, Jira, Confluence
• Strong problem-solving skills and collaborative teamwork experience
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to inclusive team culture

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NASA Core Flight Software (CFE)
• Knowledge of communication…