Software Engineer II - Applied Generative AI Solutions

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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!  

We are a 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.  

We are seeking brilliant minds to join the GenESIS team and develop cutting-edge AI tools and solutions for safety and mission-critical systems.

If you have a passion for AI, cutting-edge technology, and applying it to spacecraft and ground system development, we want you!

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!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided.
• Interviews will include a technical assessment; use of your preferred GenAI tool is encouraged.
• Multiple positions available.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Create AI-driven tools and automation solutions to revolutionize the engineering development lifecycle for spacecraft and ground systems.
• Launch groundbreaking projects, actively participate in software architecture, and become a pivotal contributor to our software solutions, from concept to deployment.
• Contribute to the development of rigorous testing and verification methodologies for AI in safety and mission-critical applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI capabilities into our software development ecosystem.
• Work on projects that directly impact space exploration safety and explore new frontiers in the application of AI in safety and mission-critical applications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in an engineering discipline or computer science with a focus in artificial intelligence, generative AI, neural networks, ML/DL.
• 2+ years of experience in a related industry and utilizing generative AI techniques
• Experience with AI frameworks and tools (e.g., Langchain, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, LLMs).
• Strong proficiency in Python
• Passion for space exploration and commitment to safety in innovative technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• 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.
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in embedded C/C++ development
• Experience working in VSCode, Git, Jira, and Confluence.
• Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Experience with cloud services and platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, etc).
• Experience building GenAI solutions utilizing prompt engineering, retrieval augmented generation, fine tuning.
• Familiarity with software development in agile and scrum environments.
• Understanding of software development for safety-critical systems (a plus).

Compensation Range for:

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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