Senior Front-End Development Engineer

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

We're a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers relentlessly committed to a culture of safety and innovation. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and requires your dedication and keen attention to ensure safe and repeatable spaceflight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space, fulfilling Blue Origin’s vision of millions living and working in space to benefit Earth. Not only will you contribute to groundbreaking projects, but you'll also advance your career in an industry-leading environment.

As part of our Enterprise Technology (ET) team, you’ll help develop the digital infrastructure essential for building the road to space, focusing on the digital capabilities pivotal to Blue Origin’s mission. Enterprise Technology serves as the center of excellence for digital technology, aligning technology with business strategies.

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Front-End Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated user interfaces for a cutting-edge low-code platform. This high-impact position allows you to leverage advanced front-end technologies, shape product strategies, and innovate new platform UIs while mentoring junior developers. You'll work closely with design and back-end teams to ensure optimal performance and scalability. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional quality and eager to make a significant impact, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Technical Leadership:

• Architect complex front-end solutions, establish technical standards, and stay updated with emerging technologies.
• Lead front-end development projects, set timelines, and ensure quality delivery.

Development and Implementation:

• Translate UI/UX designs into functional and visually appealing user interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Optimize front-end code for speed, responsiveness, and accessibility across various devices and browsers.

Collaboration and Mentorship:

• Guide and mentor junior developers on standard methodologies, code quality, and problem-solving.
• Collaborate closely with designers, back-end developers, product managers, and other collaborators to ensure alignment with project goals.

Qualifications:

• At least 7 years of Front-End Development experience, including deploying software in production environments. Experience with AWS, Git, Docker, and Kubernetes is advantageous.
• Expert-level knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript, including advanced concepts like DOM manipulation and asynchronous programming.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an ability to write efficient code from incomplete or ambiguous requirements.
• Extensive experience with popular frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js, with a deep understanding of component-based architecture and state management.
• Experience in designing, consuming, and integrating GraphQL APIs into their frontend applications
• Proficiency in responsive design principles and crafting adaptive layouts for various screen sizes.
• Ability to write unit tests and debug thoroughly to resolve front-end issues.
• Experience with backend technologies for better collaboration.
• Experience in performance profiling and optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of WCAG accessibility guidelines for inclusive design practices.
• Proficient in Git for source code management.
• Experience mentoring software engineers, including architecture, design, and code reviews.
• 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.

Desired:

• Experience with build tools like Webpack or Vite.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and data interactions.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

We're excited to meet innovative engineers eager to push the boundaries of technology and space exploration at Blue Origin. If you’re ready to make an impact, apply today!

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $177,567.00-$248,593.80

Other site ranges may differ

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DIBDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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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.

• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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. 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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