Embedded Software Developer - Level 3

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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! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. Blue Origin is seeking an experiencedEmbedded Software Developerto join ourAvionics Design team within theCore Systems and Componentsgroup. In this role, you will play a critical part in developing embedded software solutions for our Avionics and Electric Propulsion hardware. You will work in close collaboration withElectrical Circuit and FPGA Designersto deliver robust, high-performance software for cutting-edge aerospace applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded software in C/C++ for high voltage power systems
• Collaborate closely with Electrical Circuit and FPGA Designers to ensure seamless hardware/software integration
• Drive work across all phases of the software development lifecycle - from requirements and architecture through implementation, code review, verification, and deployment
• Develop low-level drivers and firmware for embedded hardware platforms
• Support hardware bring-up, debugging, and verification activities
• Contribute to software architecture, design reviews, and documentation
• Develop and execute software verification and validation plans, including unit, integration, and automated regression tests
• Ensure software development adheres to applicable standards

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in embedded software development
• Proficiency inC/C++for embedded systems
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Strong understanding of hardware/software interfaces, includingSPI, I2C, UART, PCIe, and similar protocols
• Experience working with FPGA interfaces and register-level hardware integration
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills using tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency required

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Aerospace or safety-critical system development experience.
• Experience with communications protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet).
• Firmware development for custom hardware platforms.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation.
• Familiarity with Agile, DevOps and continuous integration practices.

Compensation & Benefits Blue Origin offers a competitive salary, equity, and a ... For full info follow application link.ITAR RequirementsTo conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here. Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.