Software Development Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
Listed on 2026-02-23
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer
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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products.To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.
As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will work with other software development engineers and other discipline teams to develop the next generation platform for systems and software development teams across our Lunar programs. The platform will directly have an impact on the missions planned. Software is the heart of space vehicle development so your ability to collaborate with other discipline teams effectively will be an important aspect of this role.
You will also have long term vision and strategy for the products to truly sustain lunar missions.
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!
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Work with developers and program managers to design and develop full-stack web applications.
- Train, guide, and mentor team members on full-stack development best practices.
- Set direction and goals for the team regarding project impact, product quality and engineering efficiency.
- Collect and analyze customer data to understand and troubleshoot application usage and performance.
- Deeply understand the safety-critical software development process and find ways to create and apply tooling to make the process more effective and efficient.
Minimum Qualifications:
- B.S. or higher degree in computer science, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
- Experience in developing and owning full stack applications.
- 5 years professional experience minimum.
- Experience improving application stability through monitoring, analysis, thoughtful code reviews, and detailed feedback.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proven understanding of source control tools and concepts such as git workflows, versioning, branching.
Desired
Qualifications:
- Experience with React, JavaScript, Three
JS, Rust, Python - Experience with CRUD Applications and Databases including Mongo and Influx
- Experience with unit testing and test-driven development
- Experience with Agile methodologies Aerospace Industry experience with safety critical software and/or tools qualification activities
- Experience with NPR 7150.2D
- Some Experience with Linux, Docker, Continuous Integration and Delivery
- Some Experience with scripted and compiled languages such as python, and C/C++
Compensation Range for:
CA applicants is $ - $CO applicants is $ - $WA applicants is $ - $Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
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