Embedded Software Engineer III, Strata Common Platform Team

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 Strata Common Platform Team!

We're looking for passionate innovators to join our Strata Common Platform 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 the Strata team , you'll work at the exciting convergence of mission-critical embedded systems and cutting-edge Blue Origin Generative AI technology , developing the platform software that makes spaceflight safer, smarter, and more reliable.

Your Impact as a 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 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 the 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

5+ years of experience in embedded software development

Expert level Proficiency in C/C++ programming

Deep hands-on experience with 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/ QNX/ Yocto 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with NASA Core Flight Software ( c FE )

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

Base Pay Range for:

CO applicants is $150,931.00 - $211,303.05 WA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.