Lead Silicon Software and Hardware Integration Engineer

Blue Origin LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 323,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Stock options

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in the United States is seeking a Lead Silicon Software and Hardware Integration Engineer to lead the bridging of custom silicon architectures with upper-level software stacks. You will drive HW bring-up and system-level debugging across pre-silicon planning to firmware integration.

The role requires hands-on experience with SoC design, RF, and high-speed interfaces, and will involve onsite work in San Diego, CA, with potential travel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in signal processing, RF design, or system integration.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
• Strong understanding of SoC architecture, RF transceiver, and high-speed interfaces (PCIe, I2C, SPI).
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment including logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, network analyzer, and oscilloscope.
• U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Planning: Manage HW/SW integration, establish project timelines, and plan resource allocation for silicon programs.
• Hardware Bring-up: Oversee and lead the initial power-on and initialization of newly manufactured chips in the lab.
• Integrate HW/FW: Drive the strategy to integrate hardware and firmware directly on the physical silicon for cohesive system behavior.
• Design & Build Boards: Direct the design and construction of test boards for silicon bring-up and hardware/software integration.
• Cross-Functional Debug: Partner with architects, hardware designers, and software engineering teams to root-cause complex failures and performance bottlenecks.

Skills

Signal processing

RF design

System integration

C/C++

Python

Lab equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Cadence Allegro

PCIe

I2C

SPI

Logic analyzers

Oscilloscope

Job description

## Lead Silicon Software and Hardware Integration EngineerApplylocations: San Diego, CA: Greater Seattle Area: Central Texastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R69464Application 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! 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 optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide.**Job Description**As a Lead Silicon Software and Hardware Integration Engineer, you will head the engineering activities bridging the gap between custom silicon architectures and upper-level software stacks. You will be responsible for bringing complex SoCs (Systems-on-Chip) and ASICs to life. This high-impact leadership role spans the entire product lifecycle—from pre-silicon planning to physical silicon bring-up, firmware integration, and system-level debugging. You will serve as the primary technical interface connecting hardware designers, silicon architects, and software engineering teams.**Special Mentions** - Relocation provided - Travel expected up to 20% of the time - Interviews will include a technical assessment - This role is based onsite in San Diego, CA, Kent, WA or Austin, TX. A temporary remote work exception is approved while our San Diego, and Austin sites are being developed.**Responsibilities include but are not limited to:*** Technical Leadership & Planning: Manage HW/SW integration, establish project timelines, and plan resource allocation for silicon programs.* Hardware Bring-up: Oversee and lead the initial power-on and initialization of newly manufactured chips in the lab.* Integrate HW/FW: Drive the strategy to integrate hardware and firmware directly on the physical silicon for cohesive system behavior.* Design & Build Boards: Direct the design and construction of test boards for silicon bring-up and hardware/software integration.* Cross-Functional Debug: Partner with architects, hardware designers, and software engineering teams to root-cause complex failures and performance bottlenecks.**Minimum Qualifications*** 7+ years of experience in Signal processing, RF design, or system integration* Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.* Programming: Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages like Python.* Hardware Knowledge: Strong understanding of SoC architecture, RF Transceiver, and low-level communication protocols (e.g., PCIe, I2C, SPI).* Lab Experience: Hands-on experience using advanced lab equipment including logic analyzers, spectrum/signal analyzers, network analyzer, and oscilloscope for troubleshooting hardware.* Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.**Preferred Qualifications*** Leadership & Management: Experience managing engineering teams, planning project roadmaps, and mentoring technical staff.* Board Design & EDA Tools: Proven experience with schematic capture and PCB layout using industry-standard tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).* Lab equipment automation* Hardware Analysis: Deep understanding of signal integrity, power delivery network (PDN) design, and high-speed PCB design constraints.* System Environments: Familiarity with Linux kernel drivers, embedded real-time operating systems (RTOS), and virtualization/container environments### Base Pay Range for:CA applicants is $230,398.00 - $322,556.85WA applicants is $230,398.00 - $322,556.85**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.