Principal Wireless Software Engineer – Terawave Networking

Blue Origin

Base: $230,773.00 - $323,081.85; bonus/equity: sto...
Not specified; likely hybrid or onsite based on the nature of the role.
Custom wireless mac protocol design
High-velocity leo satellite link optimization
Dpdk or vpp high-speed dataplane development
Blue Origin is seeking a Principal Wireless Software Engineer to lead the development of custom wireless protocols for satellite communications. The role emphasizes the design and integration of high-performance networking systems for space applications, requiring extensive experience in wireless networking and software architecture

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a technical cornerstone for architecting custom wireless protocols that allow satellites to function as a unified, high-performance fabric in a non-terrestrial environment.
  • The successful candidate will lead the design of end-to-end custom MAC protocols optimized for high-velocity LEO satellite links while developing sophisticated resource allocation algorithms.
  • Blue Origin offers competitive compensation ranging from $230,773 to $323,081 depending on location, along with stock options, up to four weeks of PTO, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Blue Origin is seeking a Principal Wireless Software Engineer to lead the development of custom wireless protocols for satellite communications. The role emphasizes the design and integration of high-performance networking systems for space applications, requiring extensive experience in wireless networking and software architecture.

Salary

Base: $230,773.00 - $323,081.85; Bonus/Equity: Stock Options included; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 5%, Education Support Program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Custom wireless MAC protocol design
  • High-velocity LEO satellite link optimization
  • DPDK or VPP high-speed dataplane development
  • 3GPP 4G/5G and IEEE 802.11/802.16 expertise
  • C/C++ real-time embedded software development
  • Resource allocation and interference mitigation algorithms

Nice-to-have

  • Flight or ground software experience for Starlink/Kuiper
  • Software Defined Networking (SDN) principles
  • Proprietary wireless protocol development
  • Mentoring senior and staff-level engineers
  • Space-hardened network integration experience

Key Requirements

  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
  • 12+ years of professional software development experience
  • 5+ years in a principal or lead architectural role
  • Expert-level C/C++ skills in Linux-based RTOS environments
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted asylum

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship, permanent residency, or refugee/asylum status

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