Software Engineer - III (Front End Focused)

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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!

We are looking for a Software Development Engineer with a strong focus on Front End to join the Enterprise Technology Transformation team. You will work with architects, engineers, and product managers to design and build modern, data-intensive user interfaces while also contributing to the design and implementation of the supporting backend services and APIs.

You will apply your expertise in modern front-end architecture and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! We seek engineers who enjoy tackling complex data visualization challenges, building reusable component libraries, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Aerospace experience is not required! You will have full ownership of engineering challenges and collaborate with fellow engineers. The success of the mission at Blue Origin depends on the software that you and your team will build.

Responsibilities:

• Develop modern, high-fidelity, data-intensive web applications used across Blue Origin to streamline business and manufacturing operations.
• Own the full feature development lifecycle, including prototyping, front-end development, API contract definition, basic backend integration logic, production deployment and monitoring.
• Optimize application performance for complex, data-heavy interfaces, ensuring low latency and high availability.
• Partner with Product Managers and UX Designers to translate user needs into efficient, accessible technical solutions.
• Lead front-end code reviews and advocate for best practices in CSS architecture, state management, and testing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or a scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree.
• Proven experience in software engineering with a heavy focus on front-end development (e.g., building complex SPAs or enterprise-grade web apps).
• Proficiency in using LLMs to accelerate software development and UI code generation.

Desired:

• Expert-level knowledge of modern frameworks (specifically React) and JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Knowledge of web performance optimization techniques (lazy loading, caching strategies, bundle size reduction).
• Familiarity with consuming and designing RESTful APIs and understanding how front-end architecture integrates with micro-services.
• Backend Lite: Professional experience with at least one backend language (e.g. Python, Java, Go, Rust).
• Data Layer: Understanding REST/GraphQL API design and experience with SQL or NoSQL databases.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization tools like Docker.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to bridge the gap between technical constraints and user experience.

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Culture Statement

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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 U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's 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

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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.

• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 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. 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, sex, 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 "Know Your Rights," please see here.

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