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Software Engineer II

Blue Origin

Seattle, WA
Full Time
Mid Level
121k-170k
9 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We are 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 the Blue Origin Engines business unit, focusing on the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. As a software engineer, you will apply your expertise to aerospace applications across engineering design, manufacturing, supply chain, mission operations, and customer experience, with a focus on safety and quality to positively impact human spaceflight.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable software using modern programming languages.
  • Implement and manage APIs to ensure smooth integration and efficient performance across systems.
  • Deploy applications and services on AWS, leveraging cloud-native architectures for high availability and fault tolerance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and refine system requirements and technical specifications.
  • Promote best practices in code quality, testing, and maintainability.
  • Work across the entire application lifecycle, including initial design, deployment, optimization, and ongoing maintenance.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to a culture of shared learning and collaborative development.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues within existing software, addressing complex technical challenges that arise.
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, and evaluate their applicability to meet business needs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of software development experience, with a strong proficiency in Python and TypeScript.
  • Familiarity with the React frontend framework.
  • Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure as code (IaC) frameworks.
  • Proficient in developing, deploying, and integrating APIs within a microservices architecture.
  • Experience in maintaining DevOps practices and setting up CI/CD pipelines.
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization techniques.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and strong communication abilities.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Experience in building, shipping, and maintaining production applications.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice to Have

  • 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) and orchestration systems (e.g., Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of automation test frameworks such as Selenium or Cypress.
  • Understanding of Agile methodologies.
  • Experience in the Manufacturing and/or Aerospace industries.

Qualifications

  • Educational background in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields (implied by degree requirement).
  • At least 3 years of software development experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • 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.

Working at Blue Origin

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.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 11, 2025
Salary121k-170k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceMid Level

About Blue Origin

Website

blueorigin.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Seattle, WA

Industry

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing

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