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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer, C++ - **Company:** Anduril Industries - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $166,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Memory Management, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology, C++14 - **Published:** June 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8948077/software-engineer-c ## About the Role * Deep Technical Acumen: A robust foundation in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics, enabling a strong understanding of low-level systems and algorithmic complexity. * Mastery of C++: Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated professional experience in developing high-performance, complex software solutions using modern C++. * Building Performant Systems: Proven ability to design and implement software that prioritizes performance, efficiency, and resource management for demanding applications. * Navigating Complex Architectures: Proven capability to rapidly understand and contribute to large, mature C++ codebases and intricate system architectures. * Commitment to Mission: A genuine passion for building critical C++ software that directly contributes to impactful, real-world outcomes and societal advancement. * Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance. This job post is inclusive of openings within various teams. Successful candidates will be matched to a specific team at a subsequent stage of the recruitment process. ## Description At Anduril, our Software Engineers are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting-edge solutions that redefine innovation. You'll dive into a diverse range of projects, partnering with brilliant minds across disciplines to engineer robust software systems that empower our mission-critical operations. We're seeking talented C++ software engineers on several teams to contribute to projects that are shaping the future of defense. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Design, develop, and optimize high-performance, low-latency C++ software for critical defense applications, systems, and infrastructure. * Engineer robust, efficient, and scalable solutions, tackling complex algorithmic challenges and memory management critical for real-time operations. * Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, systems engineers, and other software disciplines to integrate C++ components and ensure seamless system functionality. * Debug, test, and profile C++ code to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and ensure system reliability and stability. * Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from architectural design and implementation to rigorous testing and deployment of advanced C++ systems., To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: * No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. 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