Software Development Engineer II

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and lowcost 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!

We are a diverse team of collaborators doers and problem solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

This role is part of Enterprise Technology (ET) where were developing the digital infrastructure needed to build the road to space with an emphasis on digital capabilities required to advance Blue Origins mission. Enterprise Technology is the center of excellence for digital technology at Blue Origin providing oversight and governance to align technology and business strategies.

We are seeking a software engineer to join Blue Origins Warehouse and Inventory Technology team. This teams systems track the hundreds of thousands of parts that go into our rockets they are used by thousands of users and are a critical input to Blue Origins fastmoving manufacturing goals!

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating extensively with other engineers to deliver new features from our ambitious roadmap.

• Implementing new features using backend and frontend programing languages such as Java Python JavaScript and React.

• Integrating with AWS products such DynamoDB RDS SQS SNS and many others!

• Utilizing modern technical design patterns and frameworks such as GraphQL REST APIs and messages queues.

• Participating in code reviews and helping your peers write highquality code.

• Communicating ideas through words diagrams and code with internal team members.

• Diagnosing and resolving issues within existing software and addressing technical challenges that arise.

The ideal candidate will possess a background in software development and a passion for innovation in aerospace.

The position is a part of the Enterprise Technology (ET) organization where we develop the digital infrastructure required to build the road to space and advance Blue Origins mission. Enterprise Technology serves as the center of excellence for digital technology at Blue Origin providing oversight and governance to align technology with business strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in computer science engineering or a related field.

• 3 years of experience writing software and deploying it to production environments.

• Proficiency in at least one objectoriented programming language (e.g. Java or C).

• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals such as algorithms and common data structures.

• Proven track record of successfully delivering new software features.

• Ability to solve problems by writing efficient working code given clear requirements.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of inclusion

• Strong problemsolving skills and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.

• A passion for space exploration and a commitment to Blue Origins mission.

• 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:

• Any experience with manufacturing the aerospace or the defense industry.

• Understanding of Agile methodologies.

• Some experience with:

  • iOS Android or React Native app development.

  • HTML CSS and JavaScript frameworks like React.

  • Continuous integration/continuous deployment strategies.

  • Relational or nonrelational databases.

Compensation Range for:

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Inclusivity Statement

Dont 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 a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.

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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 a refugee or granted asylum.

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• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DIBDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and longterm disability 401(k) with a company match of up to 5 and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four 4 weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 companypaid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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