Senior Software Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN

. Build high-performance packet processing applications in C/C++ using DPDK and FD.io VPP .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $248,830 - $348,362 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C/C++ programming for high-performance packet processing applications, with a strong focus on Linux kernel development and system-level debugging. Proficient in building and maintaining infrastructure for satellite communications and mentoring junior engineers in low-level systems programming.

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C/C++ ProgrammingLinux Kernel DevelopmentDriver DevelopmentSystem-Level DebuggingTCP/IP Networking

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Hard Skills

C ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingLinux Kernel KnowledgeDriver DevelopmentMemory ManagementSystem-Level DebuggingTCP/IPUDPEthernetCustom Routing Protocols

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentoring

Tools & Technologies

DPDKFD.io VPPGDBPerfEBPFBuildrootYoctoBazelRustPython

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceU.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency

Industry Keywords

Aerospace SystemsAutomotive SystemsMedical SystemsHigh-Reliability SystemsDistributed Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyDistributed SystemsLinuxPythonRustSwitchingTCP/IPC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build high-performance packet processing applications in C/C++ using DPDK and FD.io VPP
Develop and maintain Linux kernel modules and device drivers for custom hardware and platform requirements
Develop drivers and software interfaces for hardware accelerators, SmartNICs, and FPGA-offload engines
Debug system-level performance issues, minimize context switching, and tune the networking stack for satellite links
Implement secure boot, runtime security monitoring, and hardware-backed credential management across embedded platforms
Provide technical leadership, conduct deep-dive code reviews, and mentor junior engineers on low-level systems programming
Build foundational layer-3 platform infrastructure deployed across TeraWave satellites, user terminals, gateways, and PoP data-plane
Support Blue Origin’s TeraWave satellite communications network

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related STEM discipline, or 10+ years software development experience
At least 8 years of C or C++ experience in Linux or embedded environments
Deep Linux kernel knowledge, including driver development, memory management, and system-level debugging
Experience with GDB, perf, and eBPF
Experience with Buildroot, Yocto, Bazel, or comparable build systems
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
Infrastructure experience supporting large distributed systems or device fleets at scale
Proficiency with Rust or Python for systems tooling and automation
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet, Linux networking, and custom routing protocols
Experience with mission-critical aerospace, automotive, medical, or similarly high-reliability systems
Ability to troubleshoot down to assembly code and hardware-level diagnostics
Successful completion of Blue’s Standard Background Check
Additional DBIDS background check if the role requires work on a military installation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results
Reasonable accommodation for applicants requiring it during the application/interview process