Software Development Engineer III

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 Enterprise Technology (ET), where we're developing the digital infrastructure needed to build the road to space, with an emphasis on digital capabilities required to advance Blue Origin's mission. Enterprise Technology is the center of excellence for digital technology at Blue Origin, providing oversight and governance to align technology and business strategies.

We're a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers relentlessly committed to a culture of safety and innovation. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and requires your dedication and keen attention to ensure safe and repeatable spaceflight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space, fulfilling Blue Origin's vision of millions living and working in space to benefit Earth. Not only will you contribute to groundbreaking projects, but you'll also advance your career in an industry-leading environment.

As part of our Enterprise Technology (ET) team, you'll help develop the digital infrastructure essential for building the road to space, focusing on the digital capabilities pivotal to Blue Origin's mission. Enterprise Technology serves as the center of excellence for digital technology, aligning technology with business strategies.

Join our dynamic team as a Software Development Engineer III for our Platform UI team, where you'll design, develop, and maintain modern user interfaces for a cutting-edge low-code platform. You'll leverage front-end technologies and collaborate closely with design and back-end teams to deliver performant and scalable applications. If you're passionate about front-end engineering and delivering high-quality user experiences, we want you on our team.

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!

We're excited to meet innovative engineers eager to push the boundaries of technology and space exploration at Blue Origin. If you're ready to make an impact, apply today!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Development and Implementation:

• Convert UI/UX designs into functional and visually appealing user interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Optimize front-end code for performance, responsiveness, and accessibility across devices and browsers.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code, and debug issues as they arise.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with designers, back-end developers, product managers, and other team members to achieve project goals.
• Participate in design and code reviews to maintain high-quality standards.
• Contribute to team discussions and help implement best practices.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay up to date with evolving front-end technologies and trends relevant to our platform.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in Front-End Development, including deploying software in production environments. Experience with AWS, Git, Docker, or Kubernetes is a plus.
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript, including experience with DOM manipulation and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with popular frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js, with an understanding of component-based architecture and state management.
• Ability to design, consume, and integrate GraphQL APIs within frontend applications.
• Solid grasp of responsive design and developing adaptive layouts for various screen sizes.
• Experience writing unit tests and debugging front-end issues.
• Familiarity with back-end technologies and how front-end integrates with APIs and services.
• Understanding of WCAG accessibility guidelines and inclusive design practices.
• Proficient in Git for source code management.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Desired:

• Experience with build tools such as Webpack or Vite.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and data interactions.
• Strong communication and technical problem-solving skills.

Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $148,014.00-$207,218.55

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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• 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.
• 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.

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