Blue Origin

Software Development Engineer II

Blue Origin$134K — $188K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 2 years professional software development experience
  • Strong understanding of software engineering principles
  • Proficiency in Python, Java, and TypeScript
  • Experience in developing REST/GraphQL APIs in production
  • Familiarity with version control (GitLab/GitHub) and CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience with unit and end-to-end testing in Java or React
  • Understanding of modern database systems (RDBMS, NoSQL, etc.)
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Contribute a software development perspective to aerospace design and analysis systems
  • Develop AI native systems for product design, build, and testing
  • Utilize AWS, Java, React, Python, and GenAI platforms
  • Collaborate with the Emerging Technology Team for continuous improvement
  • Implement rapid delivery processes for software production
  • Ensure adherence to software engineering best practices
  • Foster positive relationships and teamwork through effective communication

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
  • Paid parental leave and disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
  • Stock options for all regular employees
  • Up to four weeks of paid time off and 14 paid holidays
  • Education Support Program for continued learning
  • Potential for performance-based bonuses and recognition programs
Full Job Description

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

This role is part of Enterprise Technology (ET), where we’re developing the digital infrastructure needed to build the road to space, with an emphasis on digital capabilities required to advance Blue Origin’s mission. Enterprise Technology is the center of excellence for digital technology at Blue Origin, providing oversight and governance to align technology and business strategies.

As part of the Emerging Technology Team, you will bring a software development perspective to aerospace design and analysis systems. You will be a key member of the team responsible for building our AI native systems that design, build and test our products using the latest AWS, Java, React, Python and GenAI platforms.

We are looking for someone who has an approach hallmarked by rapid delivery and continuous-improvement and who is ready to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Qualifications:

  • BA/BS in computer science, information science, or a related field, or equivalent experience in practice
  • 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience, writing production code in at least one programming language
  • Strong understanding of software engineering principles and the ability translate domain expertise into applications
  • Familiarity with Python, Java and Typescript as a primary coding language
  • Experience developing long-lasting REST/GraphQL APIs and/or applications in a production environment
  • Experience with version control (Gitlab / Github) and CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience with unit and end to end testing on Java or React
  • Nuanced understanding of at least one modern database system, such as RDBMS, columnar DBMS, NoSQL, IMDB.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships through outstanding interpersonal and communication skills

Desired:

  • Familiarity with Angular or Python coding language
  • Previous use of AWS, Azure, or other cloud infrastructures
  • Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $134,961.00 - $188,945.40

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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.

Benefits

  • 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.

About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
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3,000 employees
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Founded
2000

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