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BLUE ORIGIN
BLUE ORIGIN
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BLUE ORIGIN is an aerospace and defense company focused on space exploration and the development of reusable launch vehicles. Founded by Jeff Bezos, the company aims to expand human activity into space while helping preserve Earth by pursuing new energy and material resources and relocating industries beyond the planet. Its partially and fully reusable systems are designed for civil, commercial, and defense customers, with an emphasis on safety and cost-effective access to space.
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Senior GPU Compute Hardware Engineer

Design GPU compute payloads and interconnect fabrics for Blue Origin’s orbital Sunrise data centers. Lead qualification of high-performance hardware for space environments.

USUnited StatesCOColoradoWAWashington
$144,179 – $201,849 / year
On-siteFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredHardware Engineer
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Description

  • Set the payload compute architecture, including GPU density, memory systems, and high-speed interconnect topology.
  • Lead GPU module design across board layout, signal integrity, mechanical mounting, and thermal interfaces with spacecraft cooling systems.
  • Work with GPU providers to communicate system requirements and help shape future hardware designs.
  • Select and qualify GPU devices and components for use in space.
  • Assess total ionizing dose tolerance, single-event upset susceptibility, and thermal and power constraints.
  • Create and manage the GPU module qualification plan, covering radiation, thermal cycling, vibration, and EMI/EMC compliance testing.
  • Partner with systems engineers and software teams to optimize hardware for AI and HPC workloads.
  • Set the compute fabric architecture, including switch selection, topology, and configuration.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field.
  • At least eight years of experience in high-performance computing hardware design, GPU systems engineering, or a similar role.
  • In-depth architectural knowledge of modern GPU and TPU systems.
  • Experience designing complex systems with high-speed interconnects such as PCIe or NVLink.
  • Experience guiding at least one complex hardware product through its full design lifecycle, from concept to manufacturing and customer deployment.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.
  • Preferred: Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
  • Preferred: Experience with large-scale data center or cloud computing infrastructure.
  • Preferred: 10–15 or more years in a senior or principal hardware engineering role at a major cloud provider, HPC vendor, or semiconductor company.
  • Preferred: Experience designing compute sleds, nodes, or systems using NVSwitch or PCIe switch fabrics.
  • Preferred: Experience qualifying hardware for harsh environments, including thermal, vibration, or EMI/EMC testing.
  • Preferred: Familiarity with radiation effects on electronics, including single-event upsets and total ionizing dose.
  • Preferred: Understanding of AI and machine learning applications in engineering.
  • Preferred: Ability to lead complex hardware projects from concept through deployment.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
  • Education support program.
  • Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
  • Up to four weeks of paid time off per year, based on scheduled weekly hours.
  • Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
  • Additional benefits and bonuses may depend on role and job level, are subject to company discretion, and are not guaranteed.

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