Software Engineer III – New Glenn, AI & Robotics at Blue Origin

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. Were 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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn a single-configuration heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit geostationary transfer orbit cislunar and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.As part of a hardworking team of specialists technicians and engineers on the AI & Test software team you will share in the teams impact on all aspects of design development and testing of intelligent robotic systems used across Blue Origins mission operations. You will frequently engage with other development teams from Avionics Flight Operations Ground Integration Engines and Lunar. Every day you will innovate to build the frameworks and tools needed to integrate AI-driven solutions that integrate with cyber-physical systems. Your expertise will directly contribute to building autonomous platforms robotic workflows and intelligent tooling we need to advance space exploration!For this specific role your day-to-day activities will focus on developing next-generation AI and software solutions implementing perception and localization systems and integrating intelligent robotic hardware with mission-critical software systems. As a member of the software team you will have input into the architecture and designs implement and test required features and help verify all requirements have been met.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Developing and implementing software solutions using AIBuilding perception and localization algorithms for autonomous systemsIntegrating LLMs with robotic platforms for intelligent decision-makingSupporting real-time robotic operations on Linux-based systemsDeveloping software solutions using kinematic modeling and control systemsMinimum Qualifications:B.S. degree in engineering computer science or robotics2 years of experience with AI development and robotics systemsProficiency in C/C and Python programming languagesExperience with ROS/ROS2 framework or other robotic system developmentFamiliarity of kinematics and robotic control principlesExperience with real-time Linux systemsFamiliarity with LLM usage and integrationProficiency with configuration languages: XML YAML and JSONStrong software development skills and debugging capabilitiesDeep understanding of software engineering principles and design patternsPreferred Qualifications:Knowledge of perception algorithms and localization techniquesExperience with LLM integrationFamiliarity with robotic hardware: GPUs Jetsons Lidar Cameras or PLCsExperience with robotic configuration languages: SDF URDF SRDF or XacroKnowledge of automation frameworks and DevOps systemsExperience with cloud infrastructureCompensation Range for:WA applicants is $148014.00-$207218.55Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 RegulationsApplicants 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 a refugee or granted asylum.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blues Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only) vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physicalBenefitsBenefits 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.Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified 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. 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 sex 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. 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Key Skills Spring,.NET,C/C++,Go,React,OOP,C#,Data Structures,JavaScript,Software Development,Java,Distributed Systems Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 148014 - 207218