Lead Silicon Software and Hardware Integration Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN

Lead Engineer integrating silicon software and hardware systems for Blue Origin. Oversee full product lifecycle from pre-silicon planning to system-level debugging.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeSan Diego • California, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $230,398 - $322,556 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing hardware/software integration and project timelines for silicon programs, with a strong focus on SoC architecture and RF design. Proficient in troubleshooting using advanced lab equipment and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve complex system issues.

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Signal ProcessingRF DesignSystem IntegrationC/C++ ProgrammingSoC Architecture

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Hard Skills

Signal ProcessingRF DesignSystem IntegrationC/C++ ProgrammingPython ScriptingSoC ArchitectureLow-Level Communication ProtocolsPCIeI2CSPI

Tools & Technologies

Logic AnalyzersSpectrum AnalyzersSignal AnalyzersNetwork AnalyzersOscilloscope

Industry Keywords

Silicon ProgramsHardware/Software IntegrationChip InitializationTest Board DesignPerformance Bottlenecks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage HW/SW integration, establish project timelines, and plan resource allocation for silicon programs.
Oversee and lead the initial power-on and initialization of newly manufactured chips in the lab.
Drive the strategy to integrate hardware and firmware directly on the physical silicon for cohesive system behavior.
Direct the design and construction of test boards for silicon bring-up and hardware/software integration.
Partner with architects, hardware designers, and software engineering teams to root-cause complex failures and performance bottlenecks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in Signal processing, RF design, or system integration
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
Programming: Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages like Python
Strong understanding of SoC architecture, RF Transceiver, and low-level communication protocols (e.g., PCIe, I2C, SPI)
Hands-on experience using advanced lab equipment including logic analyzers, spectrum/signal analyzers, network analyzer, and oscilloscope for troubleshooting hardware.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, 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)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Bonuses based on company performance