Blue Origin
Senior Embedded Software Engineer (IV) - Lunar Permanence
Blue Origin, Tallahassee, Florida, United States
Overview
Application close date: ongoing until the requisition is closed. Blue Origin envisions millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We develop reusable, safe, low‑cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team to add new chapters to the history of spaceflight.
Role This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. You will be a crucial member of our Core Avionics organization and directly contribute to the successful development of avionics components for our Lunar Vehicles. Avionics components include Command & Data Handling, Electrical Power Systems, Cameras, Lidars, Radars, Radios, Network Switches, and similar.
Responsibilities
Design, implement and verify embedded software for mission‑critical spaceflight systems.
Develop Board Support Package (BSP) software for new hardware, including driver development.
Program bare‑metal or OS‑level code for hardware initialization, control, embedded data processing, and networking/communication.
Debug avionics hardware using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and JTAG debuggers.
Participate in design concepts and reviews, focusing on partitioning between HW and SW implementation.
Perform benchmark analysis and deploy benchmarking code to characterize hardware performance.
Utilize hardware accelerators in modern SoC devices (encoders, decoders, encryption engines, image signal processing cores).
Scripting, Linux development, and hands‑on work with development kits and sensor modules.
Implement embedded software for interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, TCP/IP, UDP, GMSL, SpaceWire, CameraLink, Aurora, AXI, AMBA.
Develop boot and SW‑based fault‑tolerance strategies.
Publish internal documents and memos, participate in design reviews, review and generate requirements.
Willingness to learn new skills, languages, debug and development tools.
Special Mentions
Relocation provided.
May travel up to 20% to support hardware deliveries, meetings, and reviews.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
10+ years of experience in the field(s) above.
Strong embedded software design and development skills in C/C++/Rust with Linux (or similar) scripting experience.
Strong debugging skills using cross HW/SW techniques and tools (GDB, XSDB, GRMON, logic analyzer, protocol analyzer, Wireshark).
Strong background in computer architecture, understanding of memory buses, cache, DMA, CPU execution pipelines.
Experience with version control systems (Git).
Ability to work well in a team and independently with minimal direction.
Preferred Qualifications
MS in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
12+ years of experience in the field(s) above.
Previous experience building space avionics and/or space software systems.
Experience with DO‑178 and companion documents certification guidelines.
Experience with FPGA development (VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog).
Experience with software for HW‑accelerated functions (encryption/decryption blocks, encoder/decoder blocks, image signal processor, GPU).
Experience with data analysis and post processing (Matlab, Python, open‑source Linux tool).
Experience with agile development methods.
Experience with kernel and driver development.
Compensation CA applicants: $177,567.00–$248,593.80; CO applicants: $163,272.00–$228,579.75; WA applicants: $177,567.00–$248,593.80. Other site ranges may differ.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with company match 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.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; check with recruiter for comprehensive list.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and other protected characteristics. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans, or requiring a reasonable accommodation in the interview process, contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please do not include personal medical information in your request.
California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Export Control Regulations 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 granted asylum.
Background Check
Blue’s Standard Background Check required for all positions.
Defensive biometric identification (DBIDS) background check if role requires military installation.
Other certifications and qualifications as applicable.
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Role This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. You will be a crucial member of our Core Avionics organization and directly contribute to the successful development of avionics components for our Lunar Vehicles. Avionics components include Command & Data Handling, Electrical Power Systems, Cameras, Lidars, Radars, Radios, Network Switches, and similar.
Responsibilities
Design, implement and verify embedded software for mission‑critical spaceflight systems.
Develop Board Support Package (BSP) software for new hardware, including driver development.
Program bare‑metal or OS‑level code for hardware initialization, control, embedded data processing, and networking/communication.
Debug avionics hardware using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and JTAG debuggers.
Participate in design concepts and reviews, focusing on partitioning between HW and SW implementation.
Perform benchmark analysis and deploy benchmarking code to characterize hardware performance.
Utilize hardware accelerators in modern SoC devices (encoders, decoders, encryption engines, image signal processing cores).
Scripting, Linux development, and hands‑on work with development kits and sensor modules.
Implement embedded software for interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, TCP/IP, UDP, GMSL, SpaceWire, CameraLink, Aurora, AXI, AMBA.
Develop boot and SW‑based fault‑tolerance strategies.
Publish internal documents and memos, participate in design reviews, review and generate requirements.
Willingness to learn new skills, languages, debug and development tools.
Special Mentions
Relocation provided.
May travel up to 20% to support hardware deliveries, meetings, and reviews.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
10+ years of experience in the field(s) above.
Strong embedded software design and development skills in C/C++/Rust with Linux (or similar) scripting experience.
Strong debugging skills using cross HW/SW techniques and tools (GDB, XSDB, GRMON, logic analyzer, protocol analyzer, Wireshark).
Strong background in computer architecture, understanding of memory buses, cache, DMA, CPU execution pipelines.
Experience with version control systems (Git).
Ability to work well in a team and independently with minimal direction.
Preferred Qualifications
MS in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
12+ years of experience in the field(s) above.
Previous experience building space avionics and/or space software systems.
Experience with DO‑178 and companion documents certification guidelines.
Experience with FPGA development (VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog).
Experience with software for HW‑accelerated functions (encryption/decryption blocks, encoder/decoder blocks, image signal processor, GPU).
Experience with data analysis and post processing (Matlab, Python, open‑source Linux tool).
Experience with agile development methods.
Experience with kernel and driver development.
Compensation CA applicants: $177,567.00–$248,593.80; CO applicants: $163,272.00–$228,579.75; WA applicants: $177,567.00–$248,593.80. Other site ranges may differ.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with company match 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.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; check with recruiter for comprehensive list.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and other protected characteristics. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans, or requiring a reasonable accommodation in the interview process, contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please do not include personal medical information in your request.
California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Export Control Regulations 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 granted asylum.
Background Check
Blue’s Standard Background Check required for all positions.
Defensive biometric identification (DBIDS) background check if role requires military installation.
Other certifications and qualifications as applicable.
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