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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer II - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $123,714.0 - $173,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Biometrics, Code Review, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, DevOps, Embedded Software, Hardware Interface Design, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Scripting, Software Verification, Git, Integration Tests, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Jenkins - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://blueorigin.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/BlueOrigin/job/Huntsville-AL/Embedded-Software-Engineer-II_R66357 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field * 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development * Proficiency in C++ programming in resource-constrained embedded environments * Experience with Python development for tooling, test automation, or scripting in an engineering environment, * Experience developing flight software for spacecraft, launch vehicles, or other safety-critical aerospace systems * Familiarity with software verification for mission and safety critical standards (DO178, NPR 7150.2, SMC-S-012) * Experience with DevOps practices including CI/CD pipeline development, automated testing frameworks, and configuration management tools such as Git, Jenkins, or equivalent ## Description * Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded flight software for the Blue Ring spacecraft, including hardware interface layers * Implement software requirements derived from system-level specifications, ensuring traceability throughout the software development lifecycle * Develop and execute software unit tests, integration tests, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test procedures to verify software functionality and performance * Collaborate closely with avionics, systems, and propulsion engineers to define software interfaces and resolve cross-discipline technical issues * Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and technical peer reviews to ensure quality and adherence to coding standards * Debug and troubleshoot complex software and hardware/software integration issues in a lab and test environment, 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. 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