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Senior Embedded Software Engineering Lead Blue Origin Denver, CO arm,c,cpp,python,linux,freertos,i2c,spi,uart,can,ethernet,fpga,aerospace,lead,us_midwest,onsite,regulated,cross_func,research,yocto,cmake,gcc 181626 254275
Blue Origin

Senior Embedded Software Engineering Lead

Location Node Denver, CO (onsite)
Base Compensation USD 181k–254k
Commitment full-time
Clearance Req none
arm c cpp python linux freertos i2c spi uart can ethernet fpga aerospace lead us_midwest onsite regulated cross_func research yocto cmake gcc

Overview

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineering Lead to lead a team of flight software engineers, architecting and delivering high-reliability embedded flight software for mission-critical spacecraft systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of flight software engineers through the full software development lifecycle.
  • Architect, design, develop, and deliver high-reliability flight software for embedded and edge computing platforms using C++.
  • Provide day-to-day technical direction, work prioritization, and mentorship to team members.
  • Define and enforce software architecture standards, coding practices, and design patterns for mission-critical systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineering, GNC, avionics, and mission operations.
  • Conduct design reviews and code reviews; ensure technical quality and mission assurance across deliverables.
  • Support integration and test activities, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing.
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks; drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex software anomalies.
  • Coordinate with program management to communicate status, risks, and resource needs.
  • Contribute to proposal efforts and technical documentation in support of national security programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field.
  • 7+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded systems.
  • Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  • Experience with microcontroller peripherals (ADC, DAC, I2C, SPI, UART, etc.).
  • Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of software development for mission-critical systems.

Bonus Points

  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience with embedded Linux development and Yocto.
  • Experience leading software technical teams.
  • Knowledge of communication protocols used in spacecraft systems.
  • Experience with bare-metal programming for microcontrollers.

Additional Information

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or asylee.

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Variables & Compensation

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Stock options
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