Software Development Engineer III

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC seeks an experienced engineer to develop UX for manufacturing tools, connect machines via MTConnect/OPC UA/MQTT, and drive AI-powered innovations in enterprise apps. You will ship scalable, production-grade software across edge and cloud environments, with strong collaboration and ownership.

You will work within Enterprise Technology, applying DevOps, IaC, and container orchestration to deliver reliable solutions for spaceflight programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of front-end web development experience with modern frameworks.
• Translate domain expertise into scalable enterprise apps.
• Proficiency in Python/JavaScript/TypeScript and one of C#/Java.
• Experience building APIs, data pipelines, and cloud-native services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new UX for tools enabling manufacturing workflows.
• Design UI for machine connectivity using MTConnect, OPC UA, MQTT.
• Leverage AI to enhance software capabilities and automation.
• Produce docs defining enterprise app integrations.
• Containerize edge and cloud services; automate deployments; ensure observability.

Skills

Front-end web technologies

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

C# or Java

React

FastAPI

AWS

Node.js

IoT / MQTT streaming

APIs / production apps

SQL / databases

GitOps / IaC

Kubernetes

AI tools integration

Education

BA/BS in CS or related field

Tools

Docker

EKS/ECS

Datadog

CloudWatch

Kubernetes

Terraform/CloudFormation

Job description

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! 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.

Responsibilities

Develop & implement new user experience for tools and applications that enable manufacturing teams to automate existing processes and standardize on performance-based benchmarks. Contribute to the design, implementation, and deployment of successful enterprise-scale systems and services in support of operations and the businesses they support. Design and implement user interface for machine connectivity and data pipelines from Machines/Tools/equipment using MTConnect, OPC UA, and MQTT; contextualize with MES/ERP/QMS/PLM data. Leverage AI technologies and tools (e.g., LLMs, computer vision models) to enhance software capabilities, improve automation, and drive innovation in enterprise applications. Produce quality user documentation for defining integrations between enterprise-level applications. Build web applications for manufacturing engineers for scheduling, dispatching, redlining, and issue resolution. Adopt DevOps practices; containerize edge and cloud services; automate deployments across environments; ensure observability and reliability. Identify feature gaps between enterprise systems and develop remediation plans. Share knowledge in performance, scalability, enterprise system architecture, and engineering standard methodologies.

Qualifications

BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Science, Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; or equivalent practical experience. 5+ years of experience with a front-end web technology such as React, Vue, Angular, or similar. Strong understanding of software engineering principles and the ability to translate domain expertise into applications. Primary language proficiency in one of: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, or Java. Proven development experience with React, Python, FastAPI, AWS, Spring Boot, and Node.js. Experience with IoT Core, ELB, Lambda, CloudWatch, S3, Docker, EKS/ECS, Datadog, and Rancher/Kubernetes. Experience in event-driven messaging/streaming (e.g., MQTT, Kafka, Kinesis). Experience developing APIs and building production applications; strong SQL/database skills. Cloud expertise (AWS, Azure, GCP); GitOps, IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation), container orchestration, and edge deployment strategies. Solid understanding of version control systems and managing code/data/artifact lifecycles. Strong collaboration, ownership, and communication skills; bias for delivering high-quality results. Experience solving complex problems by leveraging AI tools and integrating AI-powered solutions into software development workflows. Have an ability to take technical ownership, step in to help team members as needed, collaborate with team members to identify, and fix technical problems.

Desired

Experience using code assistants such as Copilot or Aider. Experience with serverless computing and event-driven architectures. Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker or equivalent experience) and orchestration systems (e.g., Kubernetes). Familiarity with automation test frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, Junit. Understanding of ERP, MES, QMS, PLM, and other manufacturing software; integrating a complete digital thread. Interest in developing innovative systems for manufacturing leveraging IIoT, AI/ML and data engineering.

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 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

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 (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

Benefits

• 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%
• an Education Support Program
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 work force. 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. 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. 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's affirmative action plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

Company Culture

We're committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we're