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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
We are seeking an experienced Backend Software Engineer III to design and develop robust API infrastructure and platform services for the Operations Technology Platform team. This role is instrumental to our platform engineering mission, where your work will enable full-stack engineering teams and software teams across Blue Origin to build scalable systems and applications. Join us as we advance our API Gateway and establish enterprise connectivity standards across supply chain and operations!
Special Mentions- Relocation provided
- Travel to Blue Origin's various manufacturing facilities may be required up to 10% of the time
- Interviews will include a technical / coding assessment
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Design and develop API infrastructure and backend services that power our platform ecosystem
- Lead development of scalable microservices and backend systems that support organizational growth
- Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code in languages such as Java, Python, Go, and C++
- Architect and implement resilient backend services with robust API design patterns, versioning strategies, and documentation
- Implement monitoring and observability practices to maintain system uptime and reliability
- Lead technical design reviews for backend systems, building repeatable processes and standards
- Support continuous improvement of platform infrastructure and deployment pipelines
- Provide mentorship to junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
- Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver platform solutions that enable organizational success
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 5-7 years of experience designing and deploying software systems in production environments
- Demonstrated background in architecting modern backend systems and microservices
- Strong proficiency in backend languages such as Java, Python, or Go
- Solid understanding of database design, caching strategies, and data persistence patterns
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and containerization technologies
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Preferred Qualifications- 2+ years of experience designing and implementing scalable API infrastructure
- Deep expertise in microservices architecture and design patterns
- Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs at scale
- Proficiency with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Track record of leading technical initiatives or mentoring junior developers
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Experience with distributed systems and system reliability
- Experience implementing machine learning models or AI solutions in backend systems
- Proficiency with ML frameworks and libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow)
- Understanding of large language models (LLMs) and how to integrate generative AI into platform services
- Experience optimizing backend systems for AI/ML workloads
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80
Other site ranges may differBenefits- Benefits include: 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%, and an 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.
- Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
