Blue Origin

Software Engineer III

Blue Origin$164K — $230K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of software development experience, particularly in Python and TypeScript.
  • Knowledge of the React frontend framework.
  • Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure as code (IaC).
  • Proficient in developing and integrating APIs in a microservices architecture.
  • Established DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline implementation.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable software using modern languages.
  • Implement and manage APIs for smooth system integration and performance.
  • Deploy applications on AWS using cloud-native architectures for high availability.
  • Collaborate with teams to define system requirements and specifications.
  • Advocate for best practices in code quality and maintainability.
  • Oversee the application lifecycle from design to deployment and maintenance.
  • Engage in code reviews and mentor junior developers.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance options.
  • Paid parental leave and short-/long-term disability benefits.
  • 401(k) plan with company match up to 5%.
  • Stock options available for all regular employees (20+ hours/week).
  • Paid Time Off: Up to 4 weeks and 14 paid holidays annually.
Full Job Description
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will support the development of best-in-class software applications that drive increased efficiency that supports program execution within the Blue Engines business unit. You will understand and identify improvements within our business and transform them into requirements for our team of developers to build solutions that improve our program execution. You will lead all aspects of the complete delivery of tools and coordinate all aspects of tool deployment.

As a software engineer, you will apply your expertise to the aerospace applications of engineering design, manufacturing, supply chain, mission operations, and customer experience.

We are looking for someone 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!

Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable software using modern languages.
  • Implement and manage APIs, ensuring flawless integration and efficient performance across systems.
  • Deploy applications and services on AWS, using cloud-native architectures for high availability and fault tolerance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and refine system requirements and technical specifications.
  • Drive the adoption of best practices in code quality, testing, and maintainability.
  • Be responsible for the entire application lifecycle, from initial design to deployment, optimization, and maintenance.
  • Engage in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and cultivate a culture of shared learning.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues within existing software, tackling intricate technical challenges that emerge.
  • Stay informed with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating and adopting them as appropriate to meet business needs.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of software development experience, with a consistent track record in Python and TypeScript.
  • Knowledge of React frontend framework.
  • Experience with AWS cloud services, and infrastructure as code (IaC) frameworks.
  • Experience in developing, deploying, and integrating APIs within a microservices' architecture.
  • Experience maintaining DevOps cultures and setting up new continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization techniques.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
  • Experience building, shipping, and maintaining production applications.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • AWS certifications or relevant cloud technology certifications.
  • Experience building GenAI solutions utilizing prompt engineering, retrieval augmented generation, fine tuning.
  • Experience with serverless computing and event-driven architectures.
  • Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker or equivalent experience) and orchestration systems (e.g., Kubernetes)
  • Familiarity with automation test frameworks such as Selenium or Cypress.
  • Understanding of Agile methodologies
  • Manufacturing and/or Aerospace experience


Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80

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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Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2000

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