Senior Software Developer Healthcare Jobs in Seattle, WA

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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.Job DescriptionJoin us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. You will help build and sustain AI tools that improve New Glenn’s ability to deliver on schedule, successfully fly payloads, and maintain cost discipline.This role centers on the ongoing engineering ownership of an AI assistant deployed enterprise-wide, alongside broader AI and emerging-technology initiatives. The platform understands Blue’s internal data and is in active use across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, with a large and growing user base and a live feedback backlog. You will own the sustaining engineering, feedback triage, and new capability development that keep it accurate and trusted.The successful candidate will work in partnership with senior New Glenn leadership and collaborate with users to prioritize needs and perform tool upgrades, including training, documentation, tool rollout, and support to the team. Strong technical skills, excellent communication, and training skills are necessary for success in this role. We are looking for a self-starter who can work autonomously and take initiative in a fast-paced environment. Passion for our mission and vision is required!Responsibilities & Minimum Qualifications:Sustaining Engineering & Platform MaintenanceOwn the recurring maintenance cadence for an internal AI platform, including dependency and model version management, continuous integration health, and release cutsBuild and maintain automated regression coverage for a library of 30+ production AI workflows, establishing test suites where manual verification is the current practice.Monitor and remediate upstream data and schema drift across integrated enterprise systems (design inputs, manufacturing execution, enterprise resource planning, requirements management, and data warehouse), where a silent upstream change can produce confidently incorrect output.Implement and enforce machine-checkable guardrails for accuracy, safety, and data-handling rulesOwn triage, disposition, and closure of a high-volume user feedback queueReport on backlog health, inflow and outflow rates, and quality trends to senior leadership.Capability Development & Technical LeadershipInnovate proactively by proposing new ideas and solutions that leverage AI to solve business problems.Design, build, and release new AI-assisted workflows for engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain users, from requirements through validation and rollout.Conduct rigorous performance testing and fine-tuning of AI models (when necessary) to ensure robustness and scalability.Manage and mentor partner development team(s) providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment to achieve project goals and objectives.Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and analysts to derive insights and drive data-driven decision making.Provide thought leadership on AI strategy and roadmap planning within the organization.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.10+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on AI and machine learning in production environments.Demonstrated ownership of a production software product through its full sustaining lifecycle, including on-call or user-facing support responsibility.Experience building and operating LLM-based or agentic applications in production, including prompt and context engineering, tool/function calling, retrieval over enterprise data, and evaluation of non-deterministic output.Deep understanding of AI/ML models, algorithms, and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.Proficient with SQL, Python, and Power Query. Familiarity with VBA is a plus.Experience with Git-based development workflows, code review, and CI/CD pipelines.Experience integrating with enterprise engineering and business systems via REST or GraphQL APIs, such as PLM, MES, ERP, requirements management, or ITSM platforms.Prior experience analyzing large sets of data and tracking hardware throughout all stages of a part’s lifecycle is a plus.Experience with integrating AI solutions into large-scale software systems and infrastructure.Ability to work effectively under pressure and within tight deadlines.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Demonstrated judgment in verifying data before acting on it, and comfort stating uncertainty explicitly rather than presenting an unverified answer as fact.Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously, and comfort balancing sustaining work against new development.Proven track record of fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.Base Pay Range for:VA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon’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 RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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 OpportunityBlue 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants 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 at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. #J-18808-Ljbffr