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Space 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

$138k - $207kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Senior

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Relocation assistance available.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Backend Engineering
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Rust
Python
JavaScript
Java
Go
C/C++
Requirements
  • Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
  • Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements
  • Capable of solving complex technical problems with little oversight
  • Clear communication and organizational skills including documentation and training material
  • 5+ years working with a variety of programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, Rust, Go, JavaScript, etc.
  • Experience with Space C2 software systems and spacecraft operations
  • A desire to work on critical software that has a real-world impact
  • Must possess and be able to maintain a U.S. Security clearance (Secret, Top Secret, TS with SCI)
Responsibilities
  • Own the software solutions that are deployed to customers
  • Own the development of Space C2 and Mission Management capabilities to enable delivery of end-to-end mission systems
  • Integrate with legacy systems to unlock 21st-century capabilities
  • Write code to improve products and scale the mission capability to different users 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

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 Fury, as well as underwater vehicles such as the Dive LD, which are designed for various operational needs. Unlike many competitors, Anduril emphasizes continuous innovation and integration of new technologies to maintain its edge in the defense technology market. 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

27%

1 year growth

69%

2 year growth

177%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $100M Space Force contract highlights Anduril's role in space-based defense technologies.
  • $200M contract for C-UAS development underscores demand for advanced drone defense solutions.
  • Hypersonic systems development marks critical advancement in high-speed defense technology.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Palantir due to Anduril-OpenAI partnership.
  • Potential over-reliance on OpenAI's AI technology limits proprietary solution development.

What makes Anduril unique

  • Anduril's Lattice platform integrates autonomous systems for seamless ISR missions.
  • Partnership with OpenAI enhances Anduril's counter-drone technology using advanced AI models.
  • Anduril's diverse product lineup includes air, land, and sea autonomous vehicles.

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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