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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Ground Software DevOps Release Engineer III (TS/SCI Required) - Blue Ring - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $164,652 - $230,513 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Biometrics, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, CompTIA Network+, Data Integrity, Linux, DevOps, Document Management Systems, Dynamic Program Analysis, Github, Python (Programming Language), OpenShift, Windows PowerShell, Fortify (Software), Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Tripwire, Google Cloud, Software Security, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Information Technology, Devsecops, Docker, Static Application Security Testing, Vulnerability Analysis, Dynamic Application Security Testing - **Published:** November 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://blueorigin.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/BlueOrigin/job/Denver-CO/Ground-Software-DevOps-Release-Engineer-III--TS-SCI-Required----Blue-Ring_R75263 ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI clearance is required. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. * 5+ years of software development experience with a focus on NSS software development, standards, and proficiency in Python, Bash, PowerShell for automation tasks or similar languages. * Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, and data integrity principles. * Security Scanning: Deep, hands-on expertise with Fortify Static Code Analyzer (SCA), Fortify Software Security Center (SSC), or similar SAST/DAST tools. * Experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure) and DevSecOps practices (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps). * Cloud & Infrastructure: Strong experience managing AWS, Azure, or GCP infrastructure. Containerization: Expertise with Docker and Kubernetes (EKS, GKE, or OpenShift). * Linux Systems: Strong foundational knowledge of Linux administration and networking. * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a dynamic, collaborative team environment. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to a wide audience. * 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. Preferred Qualifications * CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, CCNA, or AWS/Azure cloud certs. * 1 to 3 years of general IT administration, help desk, or systems support experience. * Experience with defining and tracking Software BOMs (Trivy, Grpe, Dependey Tracking) * Familiarity with supply-chain frameworks (NIST SSDF, SLSA) * Familiarity with hardened images (Chainguard, Ironbank) * Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering or scientific field. * Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or similar. * Experience with space mission ground systems, spacecraft subsystems and associated subsystem software. * Familiarity with system safety analyses techniques including Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) ## Description As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will play a meaningful role in the software lifecycle of ground-based systems that support our space missions and advancing ground capabilities. The DevSecOps Engineer will bridge the gap between development, security, and operations. In this role, you will own the end-to-end software release lifecycle, manage and gate code quality using Fortify static/dynamic analysis, and support resilient, scalable cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for supporting stability, automation, and secure design of our production environments., * Design, develop, integrate, and maintain ground systems advancing capabilities to support our NSS initiatives. * Collaborate with multi-functional teams to define systems architecture, and develop detailed system design specifications. * Develop software solutions and ensuring compliance with relevant security policies and standards. * Ensure that all ground systems deployments meet or exceed regulatory and security compliance requirements, including those mandated by the TS/SCI clearance level. * Document system configurations, procedures, 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