Robotics Software Engineer, Sensor Integration

Anduril Industries
Costa Mesa, CA, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$191,000.0 - $253,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design Artificial Intelligence C++ (Programming Language) Computer Programming Software Debugging Hardware Design Iterative and Incremental Development Python (Programming Language) Machine Learning Motion Planning Performance Tuning Real-Time Operating Systems
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Robotic Automation Software Software Engineering Software Systems Computer Networking Systems Robot Operating System Computer Network Technologies Multi-Agent Systems SC Clearance Information Technology Optimization Algorithms Lidar

Job description

We are seeking a Robotics Software Engineer with expertise in C++ and Rust to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize software solutions for autonomous robotic systems, focusing on sensor integration, networking, and multi-agent coordination. You will work on interdisciplinary challenges, collaborate across teams, and deploy critical software in real-world environments.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex problems, and are passionate about creating impactful robotics systems, this opportunity is for you.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop Mission-Critical Software: Engineer scalable and robust solutions for networking, sensor integration, and autonomy across robotic platforms.
  • Sensor Integration: Work with a variety of sensors (e.g., cameras, LiDAR, IMUs) to enable perception, localization, and navigation.
  • Networking Systems: Design and optimize distributed communication networks and message-passing frameworks for multi-robot coordination.
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with hardware, systems, and manufacturing teams to seamlessly integrate software into physical systems.
  • Real-World Deployment: Travel up to 25% to test, debug, and deploy systems in operational environments.
  • Iterative Development: Contribute to the entire software lifecycle, including prototyping, implementation, testing, and deployment.
  • Optimize Performance: Enhance system efficiency, such as improving latency, battery consumption, and resource utilization.
  • Troubleshoot and Debug: Analyze and resolve issues in deployed systems, ensuring reliability and operational success., 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. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.

Requirements

  • Technical Expertise: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
  • C++ and Rust Proficiency: 2+ years of hands-on experience developing production-grade software in C++ and/or Rust.
  • Networking Knowledge: Experience with distributed communication networks, protocols, and message standards.
  • Sensor Integration: Proven ability to work with and integrate sensors (e.g., LiDAR, cameras, IMUs) into robotics systems.
  • Systems-Level Thinking: Ability to navigate and contribute to complex systems and established codebases.
  • Real-World Impact: Passion for building software that directly influences mission-critical outcomes.
  • Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel up to 25% to test and deploy systems., * Advanced Robotics: Experience with motion planning, perception, localization, and multi-agent coordination.
  • Simulation Expertise: Proficiency in designing Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) simulation environments.
  • Hardware Integration: Experience working with embedded systems and physical devices.
  • Performance Optimization: Familiarity with metrics and optimization techniques for robotics systems.
  • Programming Skills: Additional experience with Python, and/or real-time operating systems.
  • Machine Learning: Knowledge of AI/ML applications in robotics.
  • Security Clearance: Active or prior U.S. Secret clearance is a plus.

Benefits & conditions

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, At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits .

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

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