Embedded Systems Software Engineer

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted
129 days ago
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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1697 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Embedded Systems Software Engineer

The Embedded Systems Software Engineer joins the Tactical Recon & Strike team to develop low-level firmware for aerial drones and related equipment. In this role, you will build robust software for microcontrollers, create reusable device drivers, and integrate system-level features across the firmware layer. You will be responsible for debugging hardware issues across electrical and software boundaries while collaborating with cross-functional teams to move products from prototype through deployment. The work involves integrating microcontrollers with analog and digital sensors in bare-metal or RTOS environments. Required skills include expert C programming, experience with IC bus protocols like I2C, SPI, USB, CAN, RS232, RS485, and Ethernet, and proficiency with tools such as JTAG, SWD, Oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers. The role focuses on the technical challenge of creating a reliable robotics platform for defense applications.

What you'll do

  • Develop robust firmware for microcontrollers and create reusable device drivers.
  • Integrate system-level features into the firmware layer for tactical products.
  • Debug and troubleshoot hardware issues across electrical, firmware, and software boundaries.
  • Coordinate with design teams to manage programs from prototype through customer deployment.
  • Work with test engineering to streamline high-yield production and manufacturing of hardware.
  • Support field testing to identify new firmware features and quantify customer value.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience developing software/firmware for embedded systems.
  • BS in CS, CE, EE, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Experience integrating microcontrollers with analog/digital sensors in bare-metal or RTOS environments.
  • Strong C coding ability and familiarity with the language standard.
  • Knowledge of board bringup methodology and software/hardware debugging best practices.
  • Familiarity with IC bus protocols including I2C, SPI, USB, CAN, RS232, RS485, and Ethernet.
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

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