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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Anduril Industries - **Location:** Washington, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $166,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Memory Management, Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology, C++14 - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/2b89a00a-2c4c-4601-9d58-29a65e983ac7 ## 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. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. * Please always verify communications: + Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. + Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to * Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. 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