Software Design Engineer

Blueprint Technologies; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Competitive paid time off

Parental leave

Professional growth and development

Job summary

Blueprint Technologies is a technology solutions firm focused on AI, cloud, data, product development, and emerging tech. We seek a hands-on software engineer to build and evolve next‑gen systems, primarily in Python, across Windows, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure.

Collaborate with researchers to turn ideas into scalable software in an onsite Puget Sound area role. You will work with Azure, VM tech, and AI‑powered developer tools to deliver robust solutions, while solving complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2–4 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, data structures, algorithms, and software design.
• Hands‑on experience developing software using Python and C/C++.
• Experience with Windows operating systems development, testing, and debugging.
• Experience troubleshooting complex software or systems issues and performing effective problem diagnosis and resolution.
• Experience with unit testing and debugging in new and/or legacy production environments.
• Experience designing and developing software for large or complex systems.
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments and translate technical or research concepts into practical engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, debug, and maintain software across systems, developer platforms, and AI‑powered engineering environments.
• Develop software primarily using Python, C/C++, and PowerShell, with opportunities to work with Rust or C#.
• Build and improve software for Windows operating systems, systems infrastructure, virtualization, and cloud environments.
• Develop automation that improves software engineering, testing, debugging, and developer workflows.
• Build tools and services that integrate AI and large language models with source code, engineering data, tests, logs, and system telemetry.
• Explore and develop solutions involving AI‑powered software engineering, agentic systems, automated code generation, test generation, debugging, and program analysis.
• Work with Azure, virtual machines, cloud infrastructure, and distributed systems to develop scalable engineering solutions.
• Perform in‑depth troubleshooting, unit testing, problem diagnosis, and resolution across new and legacy production systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and researchers to turn research concepts and experimental ideas into practical, scalable software solutions.
• Work across technology boundaries, learn new technologies, and contribute to next‑generation engineering platforms.

Skills

2–4 years of experience

CS fundamentals

Python & C/C++

Windows development

troubleshooting and problem diagnosis

unit testing & debugging

large/complex systems design

ambiguous environments adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Python

C/C++

PowerShell

Rust

C#

Job description

Blueprint is a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with teams across the United States. We help organizations turn complex challenges into meaningful outcomes by connecting strategy and execution across AI, cloud, data, product development, and emerging technology.

Our culture is built by people who care deeply about doing exceptional work. We set high standards, take ownership, and continually challenge ourselves and one another to be better. We work hard, support each other, and take genuine pride in what we deliver for our clients, partners, and teams.

At Blueprint, you’ll work alongside talented people with different experiences, expertise, and perspectives. You’ll have opportunities to take on meaningful challenges, expand your skills, and see the impact of what you build.

Bring your perspective. Raise the standard. Build what matters.

In This Role

In this role, you’ll work as a hands‑on software engineer building and evolving next-generation systems and AI‑powered engineering capabilities. You’ll spend the majority of your time developing software, primarily in Python, while working across systems software, Windows development, automation, developer tools, virtualization, AI/LLMs, and cloud infrastructure. You’ll have the opportunity to turn research ideas and experiments into practical engineering solutions, including AI‑powered software engineering, agentic systems, automated testing, program analysis, and scalable engineering platforms. This is an environment where adaptability, strong software engineering fundamentals, and the ability to work through ambiguity are important as you explore new technologies and solve complex engineering problems. The position is onsite in the Puget Sound, WA area and involves close collaboration with other engineers and researchers.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, debug, and maintain software across systems, developer platforms, and AI‑powered engineering environments.
• Develop software primarily using Python, C/C++, and PowerShell, with opportunities to work with Rust or C#.
• Build and improve software for Windows operating systems, systems infrastructure, virtualization, and cloud environments.
• Develop automation that improves software engineering, testing, debugging, and developer workflows.
• Build tools and services that integrate AI and large language models with source code, engineering data, tests, logs, and system telemetry.
• Explore and develop solutions involving AI‑powered software engineering, agentic systems, automated code generation, test generation, debugging, and program analysis.
• Work with Azure, virtual machines, cloud infrastructure, and distributed systems to develop scalable engineering solutions.
• Perform in‑depth troubleshooting, unit testing, problem diagnosis, and resolution across new and legacy production systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and researchers to turn research concepts and experimental ideas into practical, scalable software solutions.
• Work across technology boundaries, learn new technologies, and contribute to next‑generation engineering platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2–4 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, data structures, algorithms, and software design.
• Hands‑on experience developing software using Python and C/C++.
• Experience with Windows operating systems development, testing, and debugging.
• Experience troubleshooting complex software or systems issues and performing effective problem diagnosis and resolution.
• Experience with unit testing and debugging in new and/or legacy production environments.
• Experience designing and developing software for large or complex systems.
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments and translate technical or research concepts into practical engineering solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PowerShell, Rust, or C#.
• Experience with AI/LLMs, agentic systems, or AI‑powered developer tools.
• Experience with automated code generation, test generation, program analysis, or developer productivity tooling.
• Experience integrating software with source code, engineering data, logs, tests, or system telemetry.
• Experience with Azure, virtual machines, cloud infrastructure, or distributed systems.
• Experience with virtualization or systems‑level software development.
• Experience building engineering automation or developer tools.
• Experience working in research‑oriented or highly exploratory software engineering environments.

Salary Range

At Blueprint, we strive to offer competitive pay that reflects the value of our team members. Compensation for this role is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographic market.

For candidates based in Washington State, the anticipated salary range is $100,000-$110,000 USD annually. Please note that we typically do not hire new employees at the top of the posted range. Actual starting pay will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The final salary and job title may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications and could fall outside the stated range.

Location: onsite in Redmond, WA

Benefits

Blueprint believes that healthy, supported employees do their best work. Eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Competitive paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on role, employment status, and location.

Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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