Software Development Engineer II

About Blueorigin

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!

Job Summary

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 part of the Emerging Technology Team, you will bring a software development perspective to aerospace design and analysis systems. You will be a key member of the team responsible for building our AI native systems that design, build and test our products using the latest AWS, Java, React, Python and GenAI platforms. We are looking for someone who has an approach hallmarked by rapid delivery and continuous-improvement and who is ready 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!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions for aerospace design and analysis systems.
• Build AI native systems using AWS, Java, React, Python, and GenAI platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology and business strategies.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in computer science, information science, or a related field, or equivalent experience in practice.
• 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience, writing production code in at least one programming language.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles.
• Familiarity with Python, Java, and Typescript as a primary coding language.
• Experience developing long-lasting REST/GraphQL APIs and/or applications in a production environment.
• Experience with version control (Gitlab / Github) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with unit and end-to-end testing on Java or React.
• Nuanced understanding of at least one modern database system, such as RDBMS, columnar DBMS, NoSQL, IMDB.
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships through outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Angular or Python coding language.
• Previous use of AWS, Azure, or other cloud infrastructures.
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range for WA applicants is $134,961.00 – $188,945.40. 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, we encourage you to apply anyway.