Principal Software Engineer – Supply Chain Technology

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 230,773 - 323,081; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with up to 5% company match

Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year

Job summary

Blue Origin is looking for a Principal Software Engineer in Seattle to lead the development of technical strategies for Supply Chain Technology. This role involves writing efficient code, mentoring developers, and collaborating with business partners to enhance software solutions.

Applicants should possess strong qualifications in software development, with a passion for aerospace. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience writing and deploying software in production.
• Proven ability to proactively identify problems and deliver scalable solutions.
• Experience mentoring software engineers, including Senior Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Lead technical design reviews across the organization.
• Mentor software developers up to Senior SDE level.

Skills

Java

Python

JavaScript

React

Angular

AI/ML tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer to develop and lead the technical strategy for the Supply Chain Technology organization. This team focuses on building scalable solutions that automate and simplify Supply Chain and Manufacturing business processes, including procurement, material requirements planning, manufacturing scheduling, warehouse automation, and more.

You will serve as the technical owner of software strategy and implementation across the Operations organization, guiding the road to space.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code in Java, Python, and JavaScript. Build web interfaces using React and Angular.
• Champion operational excellence by reducing technical debt, maintaining low ticket counts, ensuring high availability, minimizing mean time to recovery, and implementing monitoring and alarms.
• Lead technical design reviews across the organization, building repeatable processes and mechanisms to scale design and delivery.
• Lead AI guidelines for software development, establishing standards and ensuring responsible use.
• Identify and implement novel AI applications to improve the software engineering organization.
• Collaborate directly with business partners to understand and solve their technical challenges.
• Present sophisticated technical strategies to Supply Chain and Manufacturing leadership and advocate for engineering stability and process standardization.
• Extensively mentor software developers up to Senior SDE level; no direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years of experience writing and deploying software in production.
• Proven ability to proactively identify problems and deliver scalable solutions.
• Consistent track record of identifying, pursuing, and resolving organization-wide challenges independently.
• Background in researching and incorporating modern AI/ML tools.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience presenting to senior leadership at or above the Vice President level.
• Experience mentoring software engineers, including Senior Engineers.
• Deep passion for aerospace and Blue Origin's mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in design engineering manufacturing, supply chain, test and flight software, and/or aerospace.

Compensation

WA applicants: $230,773.00 - $323,081.85. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) with up to 5% company match, Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Bonuses and eligibility vary by role type and level, subject to company discretion.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. 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, sex, 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.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants 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.

Background Check

• Blue's Standard Background Check required for all positions.
• Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if the role requires access to a military installation.
• Additional Federal regulations may apply for drivers or certain job profiles (information omitted).