Software Engineer - New Glenn, AI & Robotics

BLUE ORIGIN; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Seattle is seeking a talented AI & Test Software Engineer to develop and implement innovative software solutions for robotic systems. The role requires expertise in AI development, robotics, and programming with C/C++ and Python. Ideal candidates should have a B.S. degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $148,014.00 to $207,218.55.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with AI development and robotics systems.
• Experience with configuration languages: XML, YAML, and JSON.
• Familiarity with LLM usage and integration.

Responsibilities

• Developing software solutions using AI.
• Integrating LLMs with robotic platforms for intelligent decision-making.
• Supporting real-time robotic operations on Linux-based systems.

Skills

AI development

Robotics systems

C/C++ programming

Python programming

Perception algorithms

Localization techniques

Real-time Linux systems

Debugging capabilities

Software engineering principles

Education

B.S. degree in engineering, computer science, or robotics

Tools

ROS/ROS2

Cloud infrastructure

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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers on the AI & Test software team, you will share in the team's impact on all aspects of design, development, and testing of intelligent robotic systems used across Blue Origin's mission operations. You will frequently engage with other development teams from Avionics, Flight Operations, Ground Integration, Engines, and Lunar. Every day, you will innovate to build the frameworks and tools needed to integrate AI-driven solutions that integrate with cyber-physical systems. Your expertise will directly contribute to building autonomous platforms, robotic workflows, and intelligent tooling we need to advance space exploration!

Your day-to-day activities will focus on developing next-generation AI and software solutions, implementing perception and localization systems, and integrating intelligent robotic hardware with mission-critical software systems. As a member of the software team, you will have input into the architecture and designs, implement and test required features, and help verify all requirements have been met.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing software solutions using AI.
• Building perception and localization algorithms for autonomous systems
• Integrating LLMs with robotic platforms for intelligent decision-making
• Supporting real-time robotic operations on Linux-based systems
• Developing software solutions using kinematic modeling and control systems

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in engineering, computer science, or robotics
• 2+ years of experience with AI development and robotics systems
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python programming languages
• Experience with ROS/ROS2 framework or other robotic system development
• Familiarity of kinematics and robotic control principles
• Experience with real-time Linux systems
• Familiarity with LLM usage and integration
• Proficiency with configuration languages: XML, YAML, and JSON
• Strong software development skills and debugging capabilities
• Deep understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of perception algorithms and localization techniques
• Experience with LLM integration
• Familiarity with robotic hardware: GPUs, Jetsons, Lidar, Cameras, or PLCs
• Experience with robotic configuration languages: SDF, URDF, SRDF, or Xacro
• Knowledge of automation frameworks and DevOps systems
• Experience with cloud infrastructure

Compensation Range for WA applicants is $148,014.00-$207,218.55. Other site ranges may differ.

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.