Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Maneuver Dominance

Posted on 10/18/2024

Anduril

Anduril

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Robotics & Automation
Defense

Compensation Overview

$168k - $252kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Senior

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Relocation assistance available.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Rust
Data Structures & Algorithms
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Must have 5+ years of professional C++ or Rust programming experience in a Linux development environment
  • Must be eligible to obtain and hold a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Must be willing to travel 25% for test and demonstration events.
  • Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
  • Experience in one or more of the following: sensor integration, tracking and estimation, motion planning, perception, localization, mapping, guidance, navigation and controls, and related system performance metrics.
  • Proven understanding of data structures, algorithms, concurrency, and code optimization
  • Experience troubleshooting and analyzing remotely deployed software systems
  • Experience with Linux tools for performance analysis and debugging problems (gdb, ASAN, bpftrace, perf, etc)
Responsibilities
  • Write and maintain core libraries (frame transformations, targeting and guidance, etc.) that all robotics platforms at Anduril will use
  • Own feature development and rollout for our products - recent examples include building a Software-in-the-Loop simulator for our Anvil product, characterizing and improving Ghost helicopter battery consumption with route planning, designing an autofocus control system for IR cameras.
  • Design, evaluate, and implement sensor integrations that support operation by both human and autonomous planning agents.
  • Work closely with our hardware and manufacturing teams during product development, providing quick feedback that contributes to the final hardware design.

Anduril Industries develops advanced autonomous systems for military and security purposes, focusing on providing solutions to government and commercial clients, particularly in the defense sector. The company's main product is the Lattice platform, a software system that integrates various autonomous vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. This platform enables seamless operation of air, land, and sea vehicles, ensuring effective performance in challenging environments. Anduril's product range includes autonomous air systems like the Roadrunner and underwater vehicles such as the Dive LD, along with rocket motors for defense and commercial use. Unlike its competitors, Anduril emphasizes continuous innovation and integration of new technologies to maintain a leading position in defense technology. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions that operate across multiple domains.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$3.6B

Headquarters

Orange, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

33%

1 year growth

77%

2 year growth

191%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Archer Aviation expands Anduril's defense product offerings with hybrid VTOL aircraft.
  • $75 million investment in Mississippi boosts rocket motor production capacity significantly.
  • Potential IPO could provide capital for R&D and technological expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Dzyne Technologies threatens Anduril's market share in autonomous systems.
  • Archer Aviation's financial instability may impact the hybrid VTOL aircraft partnership.
  • Potential IPO could lead to increased scrutiny and pressure from public investors.

What makes Anduril unique

  • Anduril's Lattice platform integrates autonomous systems for seamless ISR missions.
  • The company offers a diverse range of air, land, and sea autonomous vehicles.
  • Anduril's focus on AI-driven military applications enhances its defense technology offerings.

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Benefits

Full Family Health Coverage

16 Weeks Paid Leave for All Caregivers

Family Planning & Support

Incentivized Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Financial Planning

Unlimited Provisions

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