Principal Software Engineer - Supply Chain Technology

Principal Software Engineer - Supply Chain Technology Blue Origin life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), stock options United States, Washington, Seattle May 12, 2026 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. 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! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer to develop and lead the technical strategy for the Supply Chain Technology organization. This team's primary focus is on building scalable solutions that automate and simplify Supply Chain and Manufacturing business processes. This ranges from procurement, material requirements planning (MRP), manufacturing scheduling, warehouse automation, and more. You will serve as the technical owner of software strategy and implementation spanning the entirety of the Operations organization. Join us as we build the road to space!

Special Mentions:

Relocation provided Travel to Blue Origin's various manufacturing facilities may be required up to 10% of the time Interviews will include a technical assessment Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Operational Excellence Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code in languages like Java, Python, and Javascript. Craft and build web interfaces in frameworks such as React and Angular. Champion operational excellence by reducing technical debt, maintaining low ticket counts, ensuring high availability, minimizing mean time to recovery, and implementing extensive monitoring and alarms Lead technical design reviews across the organization building repeatable processes and mechanisms to scale design and delivery of software. AI Strategy Lead AI guidelines for software development, establishing and refining standards and ensuring our software organization maintains a high standard for responsible use Identify and implement novel applications of AI to cultivate a more efficient software engineering org Business Ownership Collaborate directly with business partners to understand and solve their technical challenges Present sophisticated technical strategies to Supply Chain and Manufacturing leadership and advocate for engineering stability and process standardization Leadership Extensively mentor software developers up to the Senior SDE level This role does not have any direct reports

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field 12+ years of experience writing and deploying software in production environments Proven ability to proactively identify problems that are not yet realized where a path to the optimal solution is not clear, and to deliver scalable solutions Consistent track record of proactively identifying, pursuing and resolving org-wide challenges, without direction from management Established background in researching and incorporating modern AI/ML tools Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Experience presenting to senior leadership, at or above the Vice President level Experience mentoring software engineers, including Senior Engineers Deep passion for aerospace and Blue Origin's mission

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in design engineering manufacturing, supply chain, test and flight software and/or aerospace.

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $230,773.00 - $323,081.85 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

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Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical 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. Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's 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 Opportunity 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.