Software Development Engineer III – Sales, Strategy & Corporate Development

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Software Development Engineer III to design and operate backend services, web applications, and digital infrastructure powering SMS’s internal platforms. You’ll own SMS software infrastructure, building scalable, secure cloud-native solutions across Sales, Strategy, Corporate Development, and Government Affairs teams.

You will implement AI-powered features, use AI-assisted tools judiciously, and ensure production reliability while integrating with enterprise platforms and

Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, aerospace, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development and production deployment.
• Proficiency in at least one statically typed language (Java preferred) and one dynamically typed language (Python or JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Strong CS fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, system design).
• AWS cloud platform experience (compute, storage, networking, IAM).
• Experience developing long-lasting REST/GraphQL APIs and/or applications in production.
• Understanding of databases (RDBMS/NoSQL/IMDB).
• CI/CD and containerization (Docker, ECS/EKS).
• Production system ownership including monitoring, alerting, on-call support.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools as part of engineering workflow.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical owner of SMS internal software platforms—designing system architecture, executing development, managing production reliability.
• Build cloud-native AWS solutions with modern service architecture, managing the full deployment lifecycle on AWS GovCloud (ECS, RDS, S3, IAM).
• Design and operate backend services and APIs using Python, supporting business-critical platforms for corporate development, strategy, and sales workflows.
• Develop infrastructure-as-code and maintain deployment reliability across dev and production environments.
• Architect and implement AI/LLM-powered features—including natural language query interfaces, automated document processing, intelligent data extraction, and workflow automation.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools throughout the engineering workflow to accelerate delivery and enable non-engineer contributors.
• Build integrations with enterprise platforms to create a unified data layer for SMS operations.
• Implement secure authentication, RBAC, and data handling appropriate for ITAR/EAR and CUI environments.
• Conduct code reviews, establish engineering standards, and maintain documentation for long-term maintainability.

Skills

Statically typed language

Dynamically typed language

REST/GraphQL APIs

CI/CD

Cloud experience

Education

B.S. degree or higher in CS/EE/Math/Physics

Tools

Docker

ECS/EKS

AWS GovCloud

Python/JavaScript/TypeScript

Job description

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

Overview

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.We’reworking 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 isfor a Software Development Engineer III to join ourSales, Strategy & Corporate Development(SSCD)organization. You will design andoperatethe backend services, web applications, and digital infrastructure that power SMS’s internal platforms.

As the technical owner ofSSCDsoftware infrastructure, you will build scalable, resilient systems that serve users acrossSales, Strategy,Corporate Development,and Government Affairs Teams.You will be embedded on these teams to understand needs and thenleverageyour software engineering experienceto automate business workflows, surface insights from unstructured data, and enable team members to make faster, better-informeddecisions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical owner of SMS internal software platforms—designing system architecture, executing development, managing production reliability

• Build cloud-native AWS solutions with modern service architecture, managing the full deployment lifecycle on AWS GovCloud (ECS, RDS, S3, IAM)

• Design andoperatebackend services and APIs using Python, supporting business-critical platforms for corporate development, strategy, and sales workflows

• Develop infrastructure-as-code andmaintaindeployment reliability across dev and production environments

• Architect and implement AI/LLM-powered features—including natural language query interfaces, automated document processing, intelligent data extraction, and workflow automation

• Leverage AI-assisted development tools throughout the engineering workflow to accelerate delivery and enable non-engineer contributors

• Build integrations with enterprise platforms (knowledge management, collaboration tools, data warehouses) to create a unified data layer for SMS operations

• Implement secure authentication, role-based access controls, and data handlingappropriate forITAR/EAR andcontrolled unclassified information (CUI) environments

• Conduct code reviews,establishengineering standards, and maintain documentation that ensures long-term maintainability of SMS platforms
  

Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in computerscience, electrical engineering, computerengineering, mathematics, physics, aerospace, or related field.

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development and production deployment

• Proficiencyin at least one statically typed language (Java preferred) and one dynamically typed language (Python orJavaScript/TypeScript)

• Strong computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, system design)

• AWS cloud platform experience (compute, storage, networking, IAM)

• Experience developing long-lasting REST/GraphQLAPIs and/or applications in a production environment

• Nuanced understanding of at least one modern database system, such as RDBMS, columnar DBMS, NoSQL, IMDB.

• CI/CD pipeline development and containerization (Docker, ECS/EKS)

• Production system ownership including monitoring, alerting, and on-call support

• Demonstrated habit of using AI-assisted development tools (such as Claude Code or equivalent) as a core part of your engineering workflow — and the engineering judgment to know when to trust, question, or override what AI generates

Desired

• Experience with AI/LLM API integration (prompt engineering, tool-use patterns, streaming responses, retrieval-augmented generation)

• Enterprise platform integration experience (CRM, knowledge management, collaboration suites, ERP)

• Full-stack development with modern frontend frameworks (server-side rendering,componentarchitecture)

• Infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, AWS CDK, or CloudFormation)

• Experience building internal tools, business process automation, or enterprise workflow platforms

• Prior work in corporate development, finance, or strategy environments

• GovCloud or FedRAMP-compliant environment experience

• Aerospace, defense, or manufacturing domain background

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80

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 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 (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

• 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.
• 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. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affidate Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or 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.