Full-Time

Anvil – Senior Robotics Software Engineer

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Anduril

Anduril

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Compensation Overview

$168k - $252kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Senior

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Relocation benefits provided.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Robotics and Automation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Rust
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
MATLAB
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
  • Demonstrate experience leading projects or teams with the ability to inspire, mentor, and grow other engineers.
  • Proven understanding of data structures, algorithms, concurrency, and code optimization.
  • Experience troubleshooting and analyzing remotely deployed software systems.
  • Experience with data visualization and analysis in Python or Matlab.
  • 5+ years of C++ or Rust experience in a Linux development environment.
  • Eligible for a security clearance (Secret, Top Secret, TS with SCI, or equivalent)
Responsibilities
  • Write and maintain core libraries (targeting and guidance, manufacturing automation 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, characterizing and improving battery consumption with route planning, and data egress/analysis.
  • 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.
Desired Qualifications
  • MS, ideally in areas/fields such as Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering
  • Experience programming for embedded and physical devices
  • Experience with Linux tools for performance analysis and debugging problems (gdb, ASAN, bpftrace, perf, etc)
  • Experience in one or more of the following: motion planning, perception, localization, mapping, controls, and related system performance metrics.
  • Understanding of systems software (kernel, device drivers, system calls) and optimizing for limited resources
  • Experience with sensor characterization and analysis
  • An active security clearance (Secret, Top Secret, TS with SCI, or equivalent)

Anduril Industries develops autonomous systems for military and security applications, primarily serving government clients like the U.S. Department of Defense. Its main product, the Lattice platform, integrates various air, land, and sea vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, allowing them to operate together effectively. The company stands out by continuously innovating and integrating new technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the defense sector. Anduril's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions across multiple domains.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series G

Total Funding

$6B

Headquarters

Orange, California

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Anduril's market potential.
  • Partnerships with tech giants enhance Anduril's AI integration capabilities.
  • Expansion of defense budgets in NATO countries supports Anduril's growth.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from companies like Scale AI threatens Anduril's market share.
  • Regulatory hurdles may challenge international collaborations with Mahindra Group.
  • Political scrutiny in the UK could impact Anduril's operations and reputation.

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 ISR capabilities sets it apart in defense technology.

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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

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

5%
Military Embedded Systems
Mar 7th, 2025
Loitering munitions for Ukraine to be supplied by Anduril UK under new deal

Anduril UK, a subsidiary of the U.S.-based Anduril Industries, is expanding its presence in the UK, aligning with the government's broader defense investment strategy.

CNBC
Mar 5th, 2025
Scale AI announces multimillion-dollar defense deal, a major step in U.S. military automation

"Thunderforge" is the DOD's flagship program and will work with Anduril, Microsoft and others to develop and deploy AI agents.

AIN Online
Mar 3rd, 2025
Manufacturing and Deliveries

Its engineering team is now partnered with Anduril to develop a hybrid VTOL aircraft that could support increased payload and range for military operations.

Orange County Business Journal
Feb 27th, 2025
Anduril Leases Property at Airport Near Columbus: WSYX

Anduril also plans to spend nearly $1 billion to set up a weapons-production factory known as Arsenal-1 nearby.

ABC 6
Feb 26th, 2025
Anduril to build facility at Rickenbacker International Airport

Anduril plans to build a $900 million facility in Pickaway County that will eventually employ 4,000 people.