Embedded Software Engineering Lead – Space & Defense

Blue Origin; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 181,000 - 254,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Education support

Stock options

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Seattle leads a national security-focused embedded software team. The role combines technical hands-on development with people leadership to deliver mission-critical software for defense programs.

The position requires a Bachelor's in a related technical field, 8+ years in embedded software with leadership, and proficiency in embedded C/C++. U.S. citizenship or approved status is required. This is a security-sensitive, on-site leadership role with a strong engineering culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• 8+ years of embedded software development with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ programming.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of embedded software engineers developing mission-critical application software for Blue Origin's National Security programs.
• Actively contribute to technical design and implementation of embedded software systems, dedicating approximately 50% of time to hands‑on development.
• Establish technical direction and software development processes for embedded systems in alignment with Blue Origin's National Security business unit objectives.
• Write, review, and debug code alongside team members to maintain technical proficiency and ensure quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure software integration with hardware systems meets performance requirements.
• Manage project schedules, resource allocation, and technical risk mitigation strategies.
• Implement and maintain software development lifecycle processes compliant with security requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineering team members, focusing 50% of time on team development and management.
• Ensure software quality, reliability, and maintainability.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ programming

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Blue Origin LLC in Seattle leads a national security-focused embedded software team. The role combines technical hands-on development with people leadership to deliver mission-critical software for defense programs.

The position requires a Bachelor's in a related technical field, 8+ years in embedded software with leadership, and proficiency in embedded C/C++. U.S. citizenship or approved status is required. This is a security-sensitive, on-site leadership role with a strong engineering culture.