Software Engineer III

Blue Origin, a pioneering space company founded with the vision of enabling millions to live and work in space, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer III for their Engines business unit. This role is crucial in developing software applications that enhance program execution efficiency in rocket engine development and manufacturing. The position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace applications, spanning engineering design, manufacturing, supply chain, and mission operations.

The role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on building and maintaining scalable software solutions using modern technologies like Java, TypeScript, and React. You'll be working with cloud technologies, particularly AWS, and implementing microservices architectures. The position requires strong skills in both backend and frontend development, with emphasis on API development and cloud-native solutions.

As part of Blue Origin's mission to make space more accessible, you'll be contributing to software systems that directly impact the development of reusable launch vehicles and propulsion systems. The company offers comprehensive benefits including competitive salary ($148,014-$207,219), medical benefits, 401(k) matching, and educational support. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced software engineers passionate about space technology and looking to make a meaningful impact in the aerospace industry.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of software development experience, strong technical skills across the full stack, and the ability to mentor junior developers. The role requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency and offers the exciting prospect of working on projects that advance human spaceflight capabilities.