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Blue Origin

Software Engineer III - Enterprise Technology

Blue Origin, Merritt Island, Florida, us, 32954


At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

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!

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 a Software Engineer, you will apply your expertise to the applications of engineering design, manufacturing test and flight operations.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Work under guidance to develop expertise in domains such as design engineering, manufacturing, and test and flight operations

Participate in the design and development of software systems and infrastructure using languages such as Java, Python, and JavaScript.

Implement web user interfaces using frameworks like Angular and React with supervision.

Assist in evaluating, integrating, and extending commercial products using GraphQL, REST web services, and message queues.

Communicate ideas through words, diagrams, and code with internal team members.

Create basic proof-of-concept code to evaluate ideas and explore new technologies.

Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.

Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of existing software systems to reduce technical debt and increase innovation.

Design, code, test and deploy new features and systems using CI/CD best practices.

Work with a UX designer to design and build user interfaces and iterate based on user feedback.

Select appropriate libraries and open-source technologies to integrate and use within projects.

Provide operational support for the team's production systems.

Integrate our custom software with third-party systems.

Think outside the box; challenge the status quo and find ways to make it better.

Minimum Qualifications3+ years of relevant experience writing software and deploying it to production environments.

Proficiency in at least one typed language (e.g., Java or C) and one untyped language (e.g., Python or JavaScript).

Basic understanding of computer science fundamentals such as algorithms and common data structures.

Ability to solve problems by writing efficient, working code given clear requirements.

Ability to earn trust and maintain positive relationships in a team setting.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current green card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

A demonstrated ability to develop complex end-to-end software.

The ability to quickly absorb information in an unfamiliar domain and translate it into software.

An internal drive to deliver results with the ability to seek out requirements and propose solutions with minimal directions.

Solid communication skills; open to the opinions of others, and willing to own mistakes.

Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred QualificationsBasic experience in manufacturing and/or aerospace.

General knowledge of cybersecurity topics such as cryptography and threat modeling.

Experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks like React.

Exposure to deploying distributed systems using tools like Git, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or related discipline.

Experience with:Java and related technologies.

Microservice architecture and associated platforms.

Continuous integration/continuous deployment strategies.

Modern full-stack web development, from back-end to front-end.

TypeScript, Angular.io, and related libraries.

Relational or non-relational database design/implementation.

Writing software to access MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Neo4j.

Working with manufacturing software or processes.

Compensation Range for:WA applicants is $141,480.00-$198,072.00

Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon'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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.Export Control RegulationsApplicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.BenefitsBenefits 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.Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.