Software Development Engineer I - Early Career

Software Development Engineer I - Early Career

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We are committed to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture emphasizing safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we contribute new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

We are collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and requires your detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

Multiple positions are available across our Business Units. You will be matched with an appropriate engineering team based on your skillset, experience, and our current business needs.

Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed, with reviews conducted on a rolling basis.

Primary Location

We prioritize placing early career engineers in locations where they can be co-located with their team and the relevant hardware they support. The primary location for this role is Kent, WA. Please indicate your willingness to be located here in your application.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the full software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and maintenance.
• Engage in various aspects of applied systems analysis, software testing, quality assurance, DevOps, and data analysis, based on your team placement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to understand their needs and design software solutions that accelerate vehicle development, testing, and operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues across multiple levels, including both server-side and client-side systems.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Degree must have been earned within the last year, with an ability to start by Fall 2026.
• Experience with a modern, object-oriented language such as Java, C#, C++, or Python.
• Proven ability to apply computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills through writing efficient, working code.
• Proficiency in utilizing source control systems, such as Git.
• Relevant internship, co-op, and/or hands-on experience showcasing technical skills and leadership qualities.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive professional relationships, and strengthen a culture of inclusion.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively on rapid development programs.
• Flexible, adaptable mindset, and self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with on-premises and cloud-based infrastructures, particularly AWS.
• Familiarity with modern development tools and practices like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with rich user experience development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React).
• Background in developing and testing real-time embedded systems, vehicle or industrial control systems, gaming systems, device drivers, or mobile devices.

How To Prepare

We are solving challenging, new problems and seek individuals representing a wide variety of perspectives. Experience in aerospace is not a requirement; we value broad academic and industry experiences from sectors such as Tech, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Automotive, and more.

When you apply, please include your internship, co-curricular, and research experience in your resume. Be sure to list the relevant programming languages you have used. If you lack professional experience with a specific tool, include relevant coursework demonstrating your preparation.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for WA applicants is $110,623.00 - $154,871.85 annually. Other site ranges may differ.

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 includes up to four (4) weeks per year (based on weekly scheduled hours) and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Key skills/competency

• Software Development Life Cycle
• Requirements Analysis
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Data Structures & Algorithms
• Git Version Control
• Cloud Infrastructure (AWS)
• DevOps Practices (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Troubleshooting & Debugging
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• System Design