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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Optical Terminal Comms Software Architect - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,618.0 - $237,473.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Lifecycle Management, Software Applications, Automation of Tests, Biometrics, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Static Program Analysis, Software Quality, Code Review, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Embedded Software, Network Interface Controllers, Fault Tolerance, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Data Processing, Computer Network Technologies, Build Management, Information Technology, Build Tools, Software Version Control - **Published:** October 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18789944/Principal-Optical-Terminal-Comms-Software-Architect-Colorado-Denver ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field * 10+ years of experience developing embedded and application software for SDR systems * Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python; familiarity with additional languages is a plus * Demonstrated technical depth across software design, implementation, and cross-functional integration * Experience with software lifecycle management, configuration management, CI/CD pipelines, and verification/validation practices for mission-critical systems * Working knowledge of communication protocols including TCP/IP, UDP, CAN, I2C, SPI, and RS-422/485 * Experience applying secure software development principles and cybersecurity best practices in embedded or mission-critical environments * Hands-on experience with embedded software testing methodologies * Active TS/SCI clearance, * Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field * Experience developing software for satellite constellations, distributed space systems, or networked embedded platforms * Knowledge of satellite communications systems, spacecraft networking, and high-throughput data handling * Background in fault-tolerant computing, redundancy management, and resilient software architecture design * Familiarity with communication satellite systems, optical inter-satellite links (OISL), or related networking technologies * Experience designing secure OTA software update mechanisms for embedded or mission-critical systems * Experience with software build systems, static analysis tools, code quality tooling, or automated verification frameworks for embedded systems ## Description * Architect, develop, implement, verify, and integrate software for next-generation SDR terminals, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and mission readiness * Design and develop SDR capabilities for spacecraft platforms, including waveform processing, modulation/demodulation, and communication protocol development * Define platform-independent, reusable software frameworks, services, and design patterns that support multiple waveforms, data rates, modulation and coding configurations, and future system growth * Partner with systems, hardware, and firmware engineers to analyze requirements and translate them into clear, detailed architectural specifications * Establish software architecture standards, coding guidelines, design patterns, and review practices that promote maintainability and long-term system health * Lead software design reviews, code reviews, and technical trade studies spanning performance, fault tolerance, redundancy, scalability, and portability * Support software integration, verification, and validation across software-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and other mission-representative test environments * Build and improve software engineering infrastructure, including build systems, CI/CD pipelines, automated test frameworks, and debugging and diagnostic tooling * Author and maintain technical documentation including software architecture descriptions, interface control documents, verification plans, and test procedures * Design and implement secure over-the-air (OTA) software update capabilities for spacecraft, including authenticated delivery, validation, rollback, version control, and safe on-orbit deployment, 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, Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. 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