Senior Software Engineer - Operations Technology

Application close date:

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

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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer who can apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Interviews will include a technical assessment
• This is a full-stack SWE role

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code in languages like Java, Python, and Typescript
• Craft and build web interfaces in React
• Design system architecture and participate in design reviews
• Evaluate, integrate, and extend existing products using GraphQL and REST web services
• Work with cloud platforms and services, such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
• Implement containerization and orchestration technologies via services like git, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, who are located across all of Blue Origin's main sites
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of tools, processes, and experiments

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of proven experience writing software and deploying it to a production environment
• Strong proficiency in coding languages such as Typescript, Python, and Java
• Demonstrated understanding of deploying web interfaces using React or similar frameworks
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and cross-team collaboration, with the ability to work with and communicate complex systems to a varying user base

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in services like git, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Deep knowledge of AWS Services, Terraform, and Microservices architectures
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

 

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55 WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55

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.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants 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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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