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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Development Engineer III - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $164,652.0 - $230,513.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Web Interfaces, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Multitier Architecture, Adobe InDesign, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Biometrics, Cloud Computing, Code Generation, Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Structures, Cursor, Programming Tools, Distributed Systems, Amazon DynamoDB, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Queueing Systems, OpenAI, Message Oriented Middleware, Amazon Simple Notification Service (SNS), Software Deployment, Software Engineering, System Software, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Datadog, AWS Cdk, Data Logging, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, Reliability of Systems, Database Performance, Backend, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Amazon Relational Database Service, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Claude, Functional Programming, Api Design, Cloudwatch, Restful APIs, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Terraform, Domain Driven Design, Software Version Control, Dynatrace, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** November 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/software-development-engineer-iii-dc--e11cad13-d11d-460c-ad38-b1ae845bc2e8 ## About the Role Software Development, Software Engineering, Problem Solving Skills, Business Strategy, Technical Strategy, Software Development, Software Engineering, Cost Control, System Integration (SI), Application Programming Interface (API), * Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript * Frontend: React * APIs & Messaging: REST, GraphQL, SQS, SNS, event-driven architectures * Cloud: AWS (DynamoDB, RDS, ECS, Lambda, S3, CloudWatch, and more) * Infrastructure & DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines * Observability: Distributed tracing, centralized logging, metrics dashboards * Databases: Relational (PostgreSQL/RDS) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) * AI Tools: Claude Code, Cursor and equivalent AI-assisted development tools * Source Control & Collaboration: Git, code reviews, design reviews, * 5+ years of professional experience in software development and production deployment * Proficiency in at least one statically typed language (Java preferred) and one dynamically typed language (Python or JavaScript/TypeScript) * Strong foundations in computer science fundamentals - algorithms, data structures, distributed systems, and object-oriented design * Proven track record of shipping production software end-to-end, from design through deployment and ongoing operations * Hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud-native application development * Working knowledge of REST and/or GraphQL API design and integration patterns * Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases, including schema design and query optimization * Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing strategies (unit, integration, end-to-end), and deployment best practices * Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes * Experience supporting production systems on-call, including incident response and postmortem practices * Demonstrated habit of using AI-assisted development tools (such as Claude Code, Cursor or equivalent) as a core part of your engineering workflow - and the engineering judgment to know when to trust, question, or override what AI generates * Strong communication skills - you can articulate complex technical concepts clearly, engage constructively in design discussions, and own outcomes * Ability to deliver working solutions even with ambiguous or evolving requirements, * Experience extending or integrating commercial enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, PLM, MES, or similar) * Familiarity with event-driven architectures and asynchronous messaging patterns at scale * Experience building or consuming GraphQL APIs, including schema design and federation concepts * Frontend experience with React - component architecture, state management, and performance optimization * Exposure to infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or AWS CDK * Experience with distributed tracing and observability platforms (e.g., Datadog, OpenTelemetry) * Experience integrating AI/LLM APIs (e.g., Claude, OpenAI, or similar) into backend services or platform workflows * Familiarity with prompt engineering and understanding of how to apply generative AI responsibly within enterprise platform contexts * Experience evaluating AI-generated code for correctness, security, and production readiness * Track record of mentoring junior engineers through code reviews, design discussions, and technical guidance * Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or supply chain domains is a plus but not required ## Description * Design, build, and operate scalable, highly available backend services and APIs that serve as the backbone of Blue Origin's enterprise platform * Develop and own microservices and distributed system components using Java and Python, following clean architecture and domain-driven design principles * Architect robust integrations between internal systems and commercial platforms using REST, GraphQL, message queues, and event-driven patterns * Propose and implement optimal technical architectures, presenting your designs clearly to peers and stakeholders, * Build and maintain cloud-native solutions on AWS, leveraging services such as DynamoDB, RDS, SQS, SNS, Lambda, ECS, and CloudWatch * Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code to support reliable, repeatable deployments across environments * Own the reliability of your services - participate in on-call rotations, respond to incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and implement lasting fixes * Establish and uphold observability best practices including monitoring, alerting, logging, and distributed tracing Full-Stack & UI Contributions * Build and enhance web interfaces using React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript to deliver seamless user experiences on top of platform services * Collaborate with frontend engineers and designers to integrate APIs with user-facing applications efficiently and reliably, * Write well-tested, maintainable code and champion quality through code reviews, automated testing strategies, and CI/CD pipeline best practices * Leverage AI-assisted development tools - including Claude Code, Cursor and equivalent AI assistants - to accelerate delivery, improve code quality, and explore smarter approaches to complex engineering problems * Evaluate and thoughtfully integrate AI/LLM capabilities into platform services where they create measurable value - with a clear eye on reliability, security, and governance guardrails * Identify and resolve complex software issues across the full stack - from service logic and database performance to deployment configuration and client integration * Contribute to team standards, playbooks, and documentation that raise the technical bar across PSS Collaboration & Growth * Partner closely with Senior and Principal Engineers to deliver on PSS's ambitious roadmap * Work cross-functionally with product managers, business stakeholders, and engineers across the Serenity Platform to translate requirements into reliable platform capabilities * Actively participate in design reviews, sprint ceremonies, and technical discussions - your voice and perspective matter here, * Achieve full ramp-up on PSS systems, architecture, and operational practices * Independently deliver meaningful features and service improvements with measurable business impact * Participate in on-call rotations and demonstrate reliability ownership * Contribute constructively to design and code reviews across the team In your first 6-12 months, you will: * Own one or more platform services end-to-end - from architecture decisions through production operations * Drive improvements in system reliability, scalability, or developer experience that benefit teams across Serenity Platform * Establish yourself as a trusted technical voice in team discussions and cross-functional collaborations * Begin mentoring peers and contributing to engineering standards and documentation Why Join Platform Software Services This is an opportunity to: * Work at the core of Blue Origin's digital foundation - the services you build power mission-critical capabilities for the entire company * Operate at meaningful scale - PSS services support engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams across Blue Origin's programs, handling high-throughput workloads where reliability is non-negotiable * Build with an AI-first mindset - use cutting-edge tools like Claude Code, Cursor and leading AI assistants as everyday instruments in your engineering craft * Grow in a high-craft engineering culture that values architectural thinking, operational excellence, and continuous improvement * Shape the future of how an aerospace company builds and runs its enterprise platform * Collaborate with exceptional engineers across the Serenity Platform - including teams working on AI-powered UIs, developer tooling, and next-generation integrations * Make a lasting impact - both on Blue Origin's mission and on your own career trajectory in platform and systems engineering If you're a platform-minded engineer with strong backend expertise and full-stack versatility who cares deeply about reliability, scalability, and building platforms that others depend on - we want to hear from you., 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