Senior Manager, Software Engineering - Operations Technology

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 Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and 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.  

This role is part of the Supply Chain Technology team, where we’re crafting digital infrastructure for the entire Operations organization. Our primary focus is on building scalable solutions that automate our business processes through increased digital capabilities. You will bring your leadership and strategic focus to aerospace applications for Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin’s facilities.

We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled engineering leader who can build and lead a strong team of 15 software engineers. This role is accountable for solution delivery for our Operations business and will need to balance a focus on rapid development and creative, longstanding deployments. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Join our team and help Blue Origin use technology to build a road to space!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities:

• Build, mentor, and manage a team of 15 software engineers. Provide development goals, promotion guidance, and motivation to your direct reports.
• Partner with Operations stakeholders – including the senior leadership team – to align software initiatives with strategic business goals. Work directly with product managers and business partners to set quarterly objectives and key results for software products.
• Manage an internal roadmap with stakeholder input to constantly support the quality and configuration management of our space vehicles.
• Spearhead application performance improvement initiatives, optimizing system performance and processing times.
• Lead internal design reviews for your team and participate in a broader software design community constantly encouraging the best-in-class solutions for our customers.
• Implement real-time monitoring, automated anomaly detection, and proactive system issue resolution frameworks.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, documentation, and best practices in software design and deployment.
• Challenge the status quo; continuously improve the organization’s tools and standards for development and operation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of technical experience building production software in a Software Engineering, DevOps, or Architecture role.
• 3 years of people management experience. Demonstrated ability to hire top talent and driving career growth for both junior and senior engineers.
• Strong proficiency in coding languages such a Python and Java.
• Demonstrated understanding of deploying web interfaces using React or similar frameworks.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Solid understanding of the software engineering lifecycle including coding standards, configuration management, deployment, testing, and operations.
• Experience working with product managers to collaboratively set a vision.
• Ability to learn and understand the details of any technical component as well as drive the overall systems architecture.
• A track record of delivering technical roadmaps by defining a clear vision of desired business outcomes. Set ambitious goals with measurable results, and familiarity with OKR frameworks.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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.

Desired:

• Infrastructure deployment in AWS using systems like git, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Experience with bringing modern LLM solutions to everyday workflows adopting as a solution for your product as well as your team’s internal execution.
• Experience implementing Machine Learning (ML) & AI-driven data automation.

 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $191,265.00-$267,771.00

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

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.

• 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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