Senior Embedded Software Engineer, GenESIS

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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! 

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.

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.

• 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

• 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 collaborative team culture

• Familiarity with NASA Core Flight Software (CFE)

• Knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN) and networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, MQTT)

• Experience in safety-critical software development within aerospace, automotive, or similar industries

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Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.