Mission Software Engineer, Air Vehicle Autonomy, C++

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Costa Mesa, CA · Seattle, WA · Washington, DC
Salary: $166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted: today

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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.

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TL;DR · Mission Software Engineer, Air Vehicle Autonomy, C++

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Join our elite team as a Mission Software Engineer specializing in Air Vehicle Autonomy using C++ in a Linux environment; this role requires a Top Secret security clearance and at least 3 years of experience with production-grade C++. You will develop robust, real-time software solutions for autonomous air vehicles, focusing on mission-critical systems that ensure safety and efficiency. Key responsibilities include coding, testing, debugging, and optimizing complex algorithms in C++, collaborating closely with hardware engineers to integrate software components seamlessly. This position demands expertise in Linux development, alongside a strong grasp of concurrent programming, data structures, and algorithm design. The work involves tackling intricate challenges at scale within the aerospace industry, contributing significantly to cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology.

Skills

C++ Rust Linux CI/CD

What you'll do

Develop and maintain mission software for air vehicle autonomy using C++.
Implement real-time processing algorithms to enhance flight control systems.
Ensure robustness and reliability of software through rigorous testing protocols.
Integrate sensor data into the system to improve autonomous decision-making capabilities.
Optimize code performance to meet stringent latency requirements in dynamic environments.

What we're looking for

3+ years of production-grade C++ and/or Rust experience in a Linux environment
Must have Top Secret security clearance
Strong background in software engineering for air vehicle autonomy systems
Experience with mission-critical software development and deployment
Proficiency in developing secure, reliable, and efficient codebases

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