Software Engineer, Anvil

Anduril Industries
Costa Mesa, CA

ABOUT THE TEAM


At Anduril's Tactical Recon and Strike (TRS) team, we're pushing the boundaries of aerial drone technology. We're the driving force behind groundbreaking products like Ghost , Anvil, Bolt , and Altius , taking them from concept to fully operational systems that are reshaping the landscape of defense and security. Our team tackles the entire spectrum of small drone development (Group 1-3), from the drones themselves to the critical equipment needed for testing, deployment, and operation. We thrive on solving complex challenges, collaborating with specialist teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions for our customers. In TRS, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working with state-of-the-art technology and pushing the limits of what autonomous systems can achieve. If you're passionate about creating transformative technology and want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of defense capabilities, we want to hear from you. Join us in our quest to develop game-changing aerial systems that are redefining what's possible in tactical reconnaissance and strike operations.

ABOUT THE JOB


As a Robotics Software Engineer on our TRS team, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge autonomous systems development. We are looking for a Software Engineer to help build and enhance Anvil, our autonomous kinetic interceptor for precise and low-collateral defeat of group 1 and 2 aerial threats. As an engineer on the Anvil team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Anduril’s cutting edge UAS capabilities.

WHAT YOU'LL DO



  • Write robotics software to enhance and add new capabilities to the Anvil platform.

  • Own feature development and rollout for our products, from design inception to customer deployments.

  • Demonstrate experience leading projects or teams with the ability to inspire, mentor, and grow other engineers.

  • Work closely with our hardware and manufacturing teams during product development, providing quick feedback that contributes to the final hardware design.

  • Integrate with other air defense and platform teams within the Anduril Lattice ecosystem.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS



  • 3+ years of C++ or Rust experience in a Linux development environment

  • Strong engineering background from industry or academia, 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

  • Must be eligible to obtain and hold a US DoD Security Clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS



  • Experience in one or more of the following robotics disciplines: motion planning, perception, localization, mapping, controls, and related system performance metrics.

  • Experience programming for embedded and physical devices

  • Experience with Linux tools for performance analysis and debugging problems

  • Understanding of systems software (kernel, device drivers, system calls) and optimizing for limited resources

  • Experience with sensor characterization and analysis

US Salary Range

$138,000 - $207,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:


  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

    • For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.

    • For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.


  • Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.

  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.

  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.

  • Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.

  • Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.

  • A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.

  • Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.

  • Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.

  • Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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Posted 2025-09-14

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