Blue Origin

spaceflight

SeniorSoftwareEngineer-Operations

$198–277k Rockville, Maryland, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Senior Software Engineer - Operations at Blue Origin. Skills: Java, Python, Typescript, React, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes. Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code in languages like Java, Python, and Typescript. Craft and build web interfaces in React”

Industry & Context.

spaceflight
Problems you'll solve

Problem solvers

Eligibility Requirements

Relocation provided, Interviews will include a technical assessment, 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, Blue’s Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, 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 (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training., Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, 7+ years of proven experience writing software and deploying it to a production environment, proficiency in coding languages such as Typescript, Python, and Java, Demonstrated understanding of deploying web interfaces using React or similar frameworks, Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and cross-team collaboration, with the ability to work with and communicate complex systems to a varying user base

Nice to Have

Proficient in services like git, Docker, and Kubernetes, Deep knowledge of AWS Services, Terraform, and Microservices architectures, project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

What You'll Do.

and maintainable code in languages like Java

Craft and build web interfaces in React

Design system architecture and participate in design reviews

and extend existing products using GraphQL and REST web services

Work with cloud platforms and services

Implement containerization and orchestration technologies via services like git

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members

Maintain comprehensive documentation of tools

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, who are located across all of Blue Origin's main sites; Cross-team collaboration

Communication Scope

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and cross-team collaboration; Ability to work with and communicate complex systems to a varying user base

Process & Methodology

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Full 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 Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer who can apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! **Special Mentions:** * Relocation provided * Interviews will include a technical assessment * This is a full-stack SWE role **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code in languages like Java, Python, and Typescript * Craft and build web interfaces in React * Design system architecture and participate in design reviews * Evaluate, integrate, and extend existing products using GraphQL and REST web services * Work with cloud platforms and services, such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud * Implement containerization and orchestration technologies via services like git, Docker, and Kubernetes * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, who are located across all of Blue Origin's main sites * Maintain comprehensive documentation of tools, processes, and experiments **Minimum Qualifications:** * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field * 7+ years of proven experience writing software and deploying it to a production environment * Strong proficiency

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