Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 191,265 - 267,771; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Educational support program

Paid Time Off up to four weeks

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Manager, Software Engineering based in Seattle. This role requires a passionate leader to oversee the development of automation software to enhance efficiency in space operations.

You'll lead a team focused on building cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and software capabilities, and ensure robust data integration for safe human spaceflight.

Strong leadership skills, a background in software engineering, and a passion for innovation are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in leading a software development team.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles.
• Experience with web application development and cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of data pipelines.
• Manage and enhance existing software services.
• Coordinate the development of automated data processing systems.

Skills

Software engineering principles

Leadership

Web application development

Database systems

Communication skills

Data processing systems

Education

BA/BS in computer science or related field

Tools

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Python

React

SQL

Job description

Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Lead the development of manufacturing automation software to enhance efficiency across Blue Origin's operations.

Location: Seattle

Job Tags: Software

About The Role

Blue Origin Manager Of The Work Order Authoring Team

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

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.

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedication and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to lead a team focused on developing manufacturing automation, RPA, and web applications to enhance efficiency across our company. As the Manager of the Work Order Authoring team, you will lead all aspects of a team of experts dedicated to supporting manufacturing by developing software capabilities and products that enable real‑time analysis, decision‑making, and MES authoring. You will play a pivotal role in driving innovation through the implementation of sophisticated software and hardware technologies, with the latest AWS technologies, data approaches, and machine learning to build distributed, highly available systems.

We are looking for someone 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!

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, monitoring, maintenance, and improvement of Blue Origin's data pipelines and associated infrastructure, ensuring the highest levels of data utilization and trust.
• Coordinate the development of automated batch and stream data processing systems, focusing on performance, resiliency, and observability.
• Manage, own, maintain, and enhance multiple existing software services and software implementation.
• Work with the team to build data collection solutions fed from IoT systems, databases, PLCs, and APIs. Ensure efficient data transfer to the cloud through edge devices or networked control systems.
• Lead the development and integration of web applications to support various manufacturing, testing, and maintenance capabilities.
• Ensure that web applications are scalable, secure, and integrate seamlessly with existing systems and data sources.
• Foster a collaborative team, providing technical mentorship and support to team members, and stepping in to resolve technical challenges as needed.
• Collaborate with multi‑functional teams to ensure high‑quality data integration and alignment with business objectives.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in computer science, information science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven leadership experience in leading and mentoring a software development team.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and the ability to translate domain expertise into applications.
• Experience with web application development, including frontend and backend technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, etc).
• Knowledge of modern web application frameworks and libraries (e.g., React).
• Extensive experience ingesting data from various sources, including REST endpoints, SQL, etc.
• Strong familiarity with SQL and database systems.
• Proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Deep understanding and practical experience with version control systems.
• Proven track record to take technical ownership, facilitate teamwork, and ensure project success.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with cloud services and applying them to robust solutions.
• Proficiency with near‑real‑time data streaming applications.
• Understanding of ERP, MES, and other common manufacturing software.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code and relevant technologies.

Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $191,265.00-$267,771.00

Other site ranges may differ

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification, Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

Benefits

• Benefits include: 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.

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, diverse, and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

For more information on 'EEO Is the Law,' please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation