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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Autonomous Manufacturing Systems Engineer - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $197,529.0 - $276,540.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Biometrics, Databases, Data Transformation, Monitoring of Systems, PostgreSQL, Machine Learning, MongoDB, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Tensorflow, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Pytorch, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations, Serverless Computing - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88174133/1 ## About the Role Our team is looking for outstanding, highly motivated Software Engineers (AI/ML Ops) to join our Automation Team. This role requires an individual with a deep understanding of software development as well as automated manufacturing processes and systems, including industrial automation hardware and software. AI will unlock the true potential of manufacturing automation, you will join our team of automation development engineers, working directly with them to embed value-add AI in systems we create. 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!, * Bachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field. * 8+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on real world machine learning deployments using vision and/or time-series data. * Extensive experience with AI and machine learning tools and frameworks, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar. * Familiarity with manufacturing automation, including robotics, PLC's, automated NDT, and machine vision. * Experience with AI edge deployments and integration into OT devices (e.g. Simatic NPU). * Experience with serverless computing frameworks and technologies. * Familiarity with software development in agile and scrum environments. * Experience with database management systems, both SQL and NoSQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB). * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and cross-team collaboration. * Ability to innovate and adapt to rapidly changing technologies and environment * 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. ## Description * Work directly with the automation engineering team to develop and implement strategies for seamless deployment of machine learning models into our automation products. * Complete the operational aspects of AI and machine learning projects, ensuring robust and scalable deployment. * Build and maintain the infrastructure required for efficient data processing, model training, and inference at scale. * Set up and manage monitoring systems to ensure the performance, reliability, and scalability of AI/ML models in production. * Automate the end-to-end machine learning pipeline, including data collection, preprocessing, model training, deployment, and monitoring. * Work closely with data scientists, data engineers, and software engineers to streamline the workflow from development to production. * Ensure that AI/ML systems comply with security standards and best practices, addressing data privacy and protection concerns. * Conduct performance tuning, troubleshooting, and optimization of AI and ML models to improve efficiency and reduce latency. * Evaluate, select, and integrate appropriate tools and frameworks for model training, deployment, and monitoring (e.g., MLflow, Kubeflow, TensorFlow Extended). * Maintain comprehensive documentation of processes, configurations, and performance metrics of deployed AI/ML models. * Foster a culture of continual improvement by staying updated with the latest advancements in AI/ML Ops and implementing best practices. * Develop and implement incident response plans to address and mitigate issues with deployed models promptly. * Plan and implement strategies for scaling AI/ML models to handle increased demand and larger datasets. * Proactively propose new solutions and enhancements leveraging AI/ML to address business challenges and improve operational efficiency. * Work with cross-functional teams to incorporate AI/ML insights into broader business strategies and processes., 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 * Required 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 10,001 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, 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 physical, Blue 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. 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 "Know Your Rights," please see here. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation 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 atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here. 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. 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