Software Engineer II - Platform Engineering

Blue Origin; Washington; On-site; USD 135,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced software engineer to join the Lunar Permanence Platform Engineering Team in Washington. You will build and support a full-stack web platform, drive architecture decisions, and work with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver impactful solutions for Lunar programs.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and experience with modern frontend frameworks, REST APIs, and data pipelines.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in CS/CE/AE or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of professional experience minimum.
• Experience improving application stability via monitoring, analysis, and code reviews.
• Experience in database design (SQL, NoSQL, InfluxDB).
• Experience with React/Next.js or similar frontend frameworks.
• Experience constructing RESTful APIs (Python, NodeJS, or Go).
• Experience with Data Engineering pipelines.
• Experience with unit testing and test-driven development.
• Experience with Linux, Docker, CI/CD.
• Experience with configuration as code tools (Ansible, Vagrant, Terraform, Kubernetes).
• Ability to work independently and lead teams; strong communication across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support full-stack web application architecture from inception to delivery.
• Influence platform architecture and feature roadmap across Lunar Permanence teams.
• Collaborate with discipline teams to understand needs and deliver solutions.
• Collect and analyze customer data to understand usage and performance.
• Support safety-critical software development processes with tooling.

Skills

Strong communication

Lead teams

Git workflows

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

B.S. or higher in CS/CE/AE or related field

Tools

React/Next.js

Python

Node.js

Go

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Vagrant

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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers on the Platform Engineering Team, you will work with other software development engineers and discipline teams to develop the next generation platform for systems and software development teams across our Lunar programs. The platform will directly impact the missions planned. Software is the heart of space vehicle development, so your ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across the business unit will be an important aspect of this role. You will also have long term vision and strategy for the products to truly sustain lunar missions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and support full-stack web application architecture and development efforts with minimal oversight, driving projects from inception to delivery.
• Follow direction and goals for the team regarding platform architecture and influence the feature roadmap.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively across the Lunar Permanence business unit, working with various discipline teams to understand needs and deliver impactful solutions.
• Collect and analyze customer data to understand and troubleshoot application usage and performance.
• Deeply understand the safety-critical software development process and find ways to create and apply tooling to make the process more effective and efficient.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. or higher degree in computer science, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of professional experience minimum.
• Experience improving application stability through monitoring, analysis, thoughtful code reviews, and detailed feedback.
• Experience in database design (SQL, NoSQL, InfluxDB).
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (React, Next.js, or similar).
• Experience constructing RESTful APIs (Python, NodeJS, or Go).
• Experience with Data Engineering pipelines.
• Experience with unit testing and test-driven development.
• Experience with Linux, Docker, Continuous Integration and Delivery.
• Experience using configuration as code tools to manage cloud resources and physical workstations (e.g., Ansible, Vagrant, Terraform, Kubernetes, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and lead teams. Proven understanding of source control tools and concepts such as git workflows, versioning, and branching.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and business units.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with compiled and systems-level languages including C/C++, Rust, and/or frontend libraries such as ThreeJS.
• Experience with application performance monitoring and observability technologies (Datadog, ELK stack, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Experience with Agile methodologies, including active participation in sprint planning, execution, and retrospectives, with a proven track record of following good engineering practices for merge requests (MRs), code reviews, and adherence to Code Development Standards.
• Aerospace industry experience with safety-critical software development and/or tools qualification activities, including conformance to standards such as NPR 7150.2D, DO-178C, DO-278, DO-330, or equivalent safety-critical software development standards.

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $134,961.00 - $188,945.40

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