Software Engineer II – TeraWave

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. Develop high-performance packet-processing applications in C/C++ using DPDK and FD.io VPP for the TeraWave Point of Presence .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $170,013 - $238,018 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert-level proficiency in C/C++ and Rust for developing high-performance packet-processing applications, with a strong understanding of Linux systems programming and networking protocols. Capable of optimizing software for high-speed performance and integrating advanced networking technologies.

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Expert-Level Proficiency In C/C++Linux Systems ProgrammingDPDK Or VPP ExperienceUnderstanding Of BGP And SRv6Containerized Networking Experience

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Hard Skills

C++RustDPDKVPPLinux Systems ProgrammingBGPOSPFIS-ISSRv6MPLS

Tools & Technologies

SmartNICsFPGA-Offload EnginesKubernetes CNIDPDK-In-Docker

Industry Keywords

Packet-ProcessingNetworkingTelecommunicationsSatellite CommunicationsSpace Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerKubernetesLinuxRustSwitchingTCP/IPC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop high-performance packet-processing applications in C/C++ using DPDK and FD.io VPP for the TeraWave Point of Presence
Profile and optimize software for line-rate performance at 100G/400G speeds while minimizing latency and jitter
Implement and integrate IP routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS
Implement tunneling encapsulation headers including SRv6, MPLS, and GRE
Develop drivers and software interfaces for hardware accelerators, SmartNICs, and FPGA-offload engines
Drive continuous performance benchmarking and optimization of packet-forwarding pipelines
Build network-edge software operating at the intersection of the Linux kernel and user-space networking
Contribute to TeraWave, Blue Origin’s satellite communications network providing global connectivity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Expert-level proficiency in Rust, C, or C++
Experience with Linux systems programming, including threading, memory management, and interrupt handling
Solid understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP stack, and Ethernet switching fundamentals
Hands-on experience with DPDK or VPP preferred
Knowledge of eBPF, XDP, or Linux Kernel networking internals preferred
Understanding of BGP, EVPN, and Segment Routing (SRv6) preferred
Experience with CPU pinning, NUMA awareness, and cache-line optimization techniques preferred
Experience with containerized networking, including Kubernetes CNI and DPDK-in-Docker deployments preferred
Background in space systems, satellite communications, or telecommunications networking preferred
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Ability to satisfy Blue’s Standard Background Check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with 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