Full-Time

Staff Mission Software Engineer

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Anduril

Anduril

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Robotics & Automation
Defense

Compensation Overview

$196k - $294kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Senior, Expert

Washington, DC, USA

Relocation assistance available.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Backend Engineering
Embedded Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Rust
Python
JavaScript
Java
Go
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
  • At least 8+ years working with a variety of programming languages such as Java, Python, Rust, Go, JavaScript, etc. (We encourage all levels to apply)
  • Experience building software solutions involving significant amounts of data processing and analysis
  • Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases
  • A desire to work on critical software that has a real-world impact
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance
  • Strong background with focus in Physics, Mathematics, and/or Motion Planning to inform modeling & simulation (M&S) and physical systems
  • Developing and testing multi-agent autonomous systems and deploying in real-world environments.
  • Feature and algorithm development with an understanding of behavior trees.
  • Developing software/hardware for flight systems and safety critical functionality.
  • Distributed communication networks and message standards
  • Knowledge of military systems and operational tactics
Responsibilities
  • Own the software solutions that are deployed to customers
  • Lead high-impact projects through requirements analysis, design, and execution.
  • Provide technical leadership across a large group of software engineers
  • Write code to improve products and scale the mission capability to more customers
  • Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality
  • Create and analyze metrics that are leveraged for debugging and monitoring
  • Triage issues, root cause failures, and coordinate next-steps
  • Partner with end-users to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints
  • Travel up to 30% of time to build, test, and deploy capabilities in the real world

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

Professional Development