Principal Software Engineer â Software Architect, Platform Team
Principal Software Engineer â Software Architect, Platform Team
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Job Description
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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. Were 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 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.As a Principal Software Architect for the Platform Team at Blue Origin you will lead the technical vision for our extensible software platform. This role is a blend of hands-on development and high-level software architecture with 60% of your time dedicated to development and 40% to architecture. Your role will be crucial in accelerating innovation enabling AI-driven automation and ensuring interoperability across different systems within Blue Origin.
Special Mentions
- Relocation provided
- Travel expected up to 10% of the time
- Interviews will include a technical assessment
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Software Development (60%)
Develop and enhance core platform modules and features such as Identity Event Driven Architecture Service Registry and APIs.
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality maintainability and adherence to architectural guidelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate the platform with external systems such as ERP and PLM.
Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
Mentor and guide junior and mid-level software engineers to improve their coding practices and designs.
Software Architecture (40%)
Design scalable secure and resilient software architectures for the platform aligning with business goals and technical requirements.
Define and facilitate the Architecture practice within the Platform Architecture team.
Ensure that platform capabilities such as data management security and performance are consistently implemented across all modules.
Develop and maintain architectural documentation including design diagrams system overviews and technical specifications.
Collaborate with other teams to align platform development with the North Star vision and strategic goals.
Define and enforce engineering guidelines standards and best practices for module development deployment and operations.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field; Masters degree preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development with at least 5 years in a senior or principal role.
Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale modular software systems preferably in a manufacturing or aerospace context.
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.
Technical Skills
Strong proficiency in object-oriented design design patterns and software architecture principles.
Experience with cloud-native technologies and micro-services architecture.
Familiarity with event-driven architectures and real-time data processing.
Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker Kubernetes) and orchestration frameworks.
Experience with security frameworks including OpenIDConnect OAuth and fine-grained authorization models.
Knowledge of low-code/no-code development environments and composable UI frameworks.
Soft Skills
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Proven leadership and mentoring abilities with a track record of developing and guiding engineering teams.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Strong commitment to code quality maintainability and architectural integrity.
Nice to Have
Experience with AI and machine learning technologies particularly in the context of manufacturing or aerospace.
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices for manufacturing and operations technologies (e.g. ISA-95).
Experience with DevOps practices continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) and infrastructure as code (IaC).
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $207453.00-$290433.15Other site ranges may differ
Culture 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 an 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.
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 a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: 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 10001 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 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.
Benefits
Benefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and long-term 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 company-paid 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.
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 diverse and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on EEO Is the Law please see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
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Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
