Software Engineer II - Lunar Permanence Verified today

About the Role

This position is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. The Lunar Apps team builds innovative products that accelerate aerospace engineering and push the boundaries of complex systems collaboration.

As a Level 2 Software Engineer, you will develop tools that directly influence how Lunar Permanence stores, analyzes, and automates engineering data. Your technical expertise and problem-solving drive will shape products used across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other engineers to deliver features from the ambitious roadmap
• Implement new features using backend and frontend programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, and React
• Integrate with AWS products such as DynamoDB, RDS, SQS, SNS, and others
• Participate in code reviews and help peers write high-quality code
• Communicate ideas clearly through words, diagrams, and code
• Diagnose and resolve issues within existing software and address technical challenges as they arise

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience writing software and deploying it to production environments
• Proficiency in at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g., Java or C++)
• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals, including algorithms and common data structures
• Experience using AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT) to deliver production-ready code
• Ability to write efficient, working code given clear requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build trust and maintain positive relationships in a team setting
• Strong problem-solving skills with a passion for tackling complex technical challenges
• A passion for space exploration and a commitment to Blue Origin's mission

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace/systems engineering experience or experience developing software in an aerospace environment
• Experience with React, Python, or Javascript/Typescript as a primary language
• Experience deploying software to AWS services such as RDS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, S3 using Terraform or similar infrastructure as code technologies
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code and relevant technologies
• Experience with Docker and/or Kubernetes or other relevant containerization technologies
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or other relevant aerospace industry experience
• Location within commuting distance to Renton, WA or Denver, CO offices

Compensation

Base Pay Range:

• Colorado applicants: $123,714.00 - $173,199.60
• Washington applicants: $134,961.00 - $188,945.40

Other site ranges may differ.

Requirements

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Blue's Standard Background Check is required for all positions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Bonus eligibility based on role type and job level (not guaranteed)