Are you passionate about building innovative software that helps shape the future of space exploration? Blue Origin is seeking talented Software Engineers to join its growing teams in Seattle, Washington, and Los Angeles, California. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside world-class engineers developing cutting-edge technologies that support aerospace systems, mission operations, and advanced space infrastructure. If you’re looking for a challenging role with competitive compensation and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects, Blue Origin could be the perfect place to advance your career.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Blue Origin |
| Role | Software Engineer |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field |
| Job Location | Seattle, Washington & Los Angeles, California |
| Salary | $110,000 – $154,000 per year |
| Work Type | On-site / Hybrid (depending on team requirements) |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Job Level | Entry Level |
| Industry | Aerospace, Space Technology, Software Development |
Job Description
- Your projects may include designing, building, and maintaining software applications and their components.
- Based upon your placement, your work may involve many aspects of applied software development, requirement analysis, code development, testing, collaboration, documentation and system integration.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to build verification plans, frameworks, tools, and tests for safety critical, real-time, embedded software that support control and diagnostics of human capable spacecraft, for both orbital and sub-orbital programs.
- Review and update software requirements and designs for verifiability.
- Write code to verify software for various embedded environments in C, C++, and Python.
- Design adversarial, requirements based, automated tests.
- Develop tools and infrastructure to support efficient build, debugging, and deployment.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a BS Degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, aerospace, or related field.
- Will have earned their degree within the last year and able to start by Fall 2026.
- Software development skills, particularly in C/C++, Python, or C#/Java.
- Problem solving and debugging skills, particularly in C/C++.
- Experience with formalized verification activities (Test cases, procedures, reports).
- Collaborative interactions with software development teams while maintaining objectivity and independence.
- Relevant internship/co-op and/or hands-on experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities.
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
- Flexible and adaptable mindset.
- Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.
Desired
- Advanced degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
- Experience with build, and test, and deployment automation.
- Experience with and understanding of computer networking systems and protocols.
- Experience with distributed applications and safety-critical software development.
- Experience with Qt framework/QML.
- Experience with DevOps and Agile / Scrum.
- Working knowledge of configuration management and source code management systems.
Selection Process
- Application Submission
- Resume Screening
- Technical Assessment
- Technical Interview(s)
- Hiring Manager Interview
- Background Verification
- Final Offer & Onboarding
How to Apply
- Visit the Blue Origin Careers website
- Search for “Software Engineer” openings
- Select the position that matches your experience and preferred location
- Review the job description and eligibility requirements
- Create or log in to your candidate profile
- Upload your resume and required documents
- Submit your application
- Monitor your email for updates regarding the recruitment process
