Software Engineer 3

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 164,652 - 230,512; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Stock options for employees working at least 20 hours weekly

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of the River command and control application. This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining advanced propulsion systems, with responsibilities including data pipeline management and mentoring junior engineers.

The position offers a competitive compensation range of $164,652.00 - $230,512.80, along with benefits like medical insurance, 401(k), and stock options for regular employees.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript/JavaScript and Node.js.
• Experience in building and shipping production applications.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain River, an Electron-based command and control application.
• Design and own data pipelines for storage and real-time send/receive of data.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to cross-program lessons learned.

Skills

TypeScript/JavaScript proficiency

Node.js experience

Software architecture experience

Data storage experience

Developing real-time applications

Mentoring experience

Education

B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field

Job description

Application Details

Application accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Locations: Kent, WA or Huntsville, AL (relocation assistance provided).

Travel: less than 10%.

Compensation range for WA applicants: $164,652.00 - $230,512.80. Additional site ranges may differ.

Overview

Blue Origin envisions millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We develop reusable, safe, and low‑cost space vehicles and systems. This role is part of the Engines—Advanced Engines business unit, focused on designing, developing, testing, and operating advanced propulsion systems.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will architect and lead the development of “River,” an Electron-based command and control (C2) application that operates test and control systems—including driver‑level PLC and packaged control surfaces, data storage, manipulation, and real‑time send/receive.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain River, an Electron-based command and control application (TypeScript/JavaScript, Node.js)
• Design and own data pipelines for storage, manipulation, and real‑time send/receive of high‑rate data
• Lead driver‑level integration with PLC and packaged control surfaces (Modbus and other industrial protocols)
• Establish software architecture, design patterns, and engineering best practices across the codebase
• Drive code quality through reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD
• Partner with controls, avionics, and test engineers to define interfaces and translate requirements into robust software
• Troubleshoot complex issues across the software/hardware boundary in development and test environments
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmap and cross‑program lessons learned

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, or a related STEM field
• 5+ years of relevant software development experience
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript/JavaScript and Node.js
• Experience building and shipping production applications, including data storage and real‑time communication
• Demonstrated experience with software architecture, design patterns, and testing/CI practices
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Electron and cross‑platform desktop application development
• Experience integrating with PLCs and industrial protocols (Modbus, etc.) at the driver level
• Experience with time‑series databases, high‑rate data acquisition, or streaming data
• Familiarity with command and control, test systems, or hardware‑in‑the‑loop environments
• Experience leading projects and mentoring engineers

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with a company match up to 5%, and an Education Support Program
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours per week)
• Paid Time Off: up to four 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; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and may change

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. We hire and promote people on the basis of qualifications, performance, and abilities, and we provide all qualified applicants with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other employment terms, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for certain job profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if a role requires time on a military installation
• Additional requirements for driver roles, merchant mariner credentials, etc. (details at the application stage)

Export Control Regulations

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

To request information on Blue Origin's affirmative action plans or for reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, contact [e-mail]. Do not provide personal medical information in the request.