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Software Engineer III

Blue Origin

Seattle, WA
Full Time
Senior
148k-207k
about 2 months 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're developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. This role is part of Enterprise Technology (ET), which develops the digital infrastructure needed to build the road to space, with a focus on digital capabilities that support Blue Origin's mission. The Enterprise Data Management & Analytics (EDMA) team builds and supports data platforms, tools, and interfaces that enable access to trusted information and insights across the organization. We are hiring a motivated Software Engineer (Level III) to assist in developing software systems, knowledge graphs, ontological models, data platforms, and infrastructure using languages such as Java, Python, Scala, and JavaScript. The role involves designing, developing, and deploying applications and data ecosystems, working closely with cross-functional teams, and demonstrating increasing autonomy and technical leadership, all with a passion for our mission of safe human spaceflight.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop scalable backend services (REST, GraphQL, etc.) to integrate with front-end applications.
  • Design, implement and maintain robust front-end solutions using modern frameworks such as React, Angular or Vue.
  • Independently deploy applications within AWS containers, utilizing services like Amazon ECS, EKS, or Fargate.
  • Collaborate with Product owners and systems to deliver cohesive and responsive web applications.
  • Contribute to architecture decisions that balance scalability, performance and maintainability.
  • Use unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, PyUnit, pytest) to ensure reliability and performance of APIs and applications.
  • Debug complex issues across the stack and related to data pipelines, integration, and application performance.
  • Contribute to team knowledge-sharing practices and documentation of developed applications.
  • Stay current with new technologies and methodologies, contributing ideas for improvements and innovations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years software development experience, with 2+ years in front-end focused development.
  • Proficiency in front-end scripting languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript (React framework preferred).
  • Experience with full stack development using Node.js, Python, Java or similar on the backend.
  • Experience with cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
  • Good problem-solving skills and willingness to work on complex systems.
  • Familiarity with containerization (Docker), version control (Git), testing frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development methodologies.
  • Understanding of database design and management (SQL, NoSQL).
  • 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.

Nice to Have

  • Experience working in a high-reliability environment (e.g., aerospace, defense or critical manufacturing).
  • Familiarity with 3D rendering libraries (Three.js, WebGL) or data visualization tools (D3.js, Plotly).
  • Knowledge of design systems and component-driven development practices.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate trade-offs and design decisions.

Qualifications

  • Educational background in a relevant field (implied by requirement of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related).

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 20, 2025
Salary148k-207k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceSenior

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About Blue Origin

Website

blueorigin.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Seattle, WA

Industry

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing

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