Senior Embedded Software Architect - TeraWave

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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!  

This role is part of TeraWave, a satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This network will service tens of thousands of enterprise, data center, and government users who require reliable connectivity for critical operations.

The Emerging Systems business unit at Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of 5,408 optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide. 

As a Senior Embedded Software Architect at Blue Origin, you will lead the design and development of sophisticated embedded software systems for flight and payload applications. Your expertise will be crucial in creating robust, high-performance software architectures that enable reliable operation in the challenging space environment. You will provide technical leadership across multiple projects, establishing standards and best practices while mentoring software engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions for our space systems. 

Special Mentions:

• Relocation assistance may be available for this position 

• Travel expectations: Up to 10% travel may be required for technical reviews, supplier coordination, and collaboration with distributed teams 

 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Architecture & Design Leadership 

• Lead the architectural design and development of embedded software systems for flight and payload applications, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety 

• Define and implement software architecture for high throughput packet switching systems, incorporating IP TCP/UDP protocols and advanced routing capabilities 

• Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop and optimize FPGA-based solutions for critical flight systems 

• Design and implement robust fault management systems to ensure mission success in the challenging space environment 

Technical Standards & Mentorship 

• Establish technical standards, best practices, and coding guidelines for embedded software development across projects 

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineering teams, fostering innovation and excellence 

• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to meet project requirements and enhance system capabilities 

• Lead design reviews and technical assessments to ensure software solutions meet performance, reliability, and security requirements 

 

Systems Integration & Documentation 

• Develop and maintain software architecture documentation, including interface specifications and design patterns 

• Collaborate with systems engineers to translate mission requirements into software architecture specifications 

• Participate in failure analysis and implement corrective actions to enhance sy