This role pays less than
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of similar roles. Most pay
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At the midpoint, this role pays about
$146k
versus about
$200k
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Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
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Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
across 1504 roles with salary data.
As a Research Scientist, Battlespace Awareness, you will join a small, innovative team to develop state-of-the-art algorithms and software that solve complex information science problems for mission-critical systems. You will be responsible for creating mathematically principled solutions, prototyping algorithms in an agile environment, and implementing high-performance software ranging from tactical systems to web applications. Your daily work involves using high-fidelity modeling and simulation environments, analysis tools, and compute clusters to quantify technology benefits while communicating technical details to both experts and non-experts. The role requires proficiency in Rust, C++, and Python, alongside expertise in applied mathematics, estimation theory, digital signal processing, machine learning, and software optimization. This position focuses on developing advanced technologies for defense applications, specifically addressing challenges in sensor fusion, computer vision, and autonomous systems within the domain of military capabilities.
What does a Research Scientist earn?
Median $216250 from 42 postings across 13 companies.
Create mathematically principled solutions for complex information science problems.
Prototype state-of-the-art algorithms within an agile development environment.
Implement high-performance software ranging from tactical systems to web applications.
Use modeling, simulation environments, and compute clusters to quantify technology benefits.
Engage with customers to ensure successful outcomes for mission-critical needs.
Communicate technical details of advanced technologies to both expert and non-expert audiences.
What we're looking for
Must possess an M.S. or Ph.D. in Applied/Computational Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.
Experience coding in Rust, C++, and Python is required.
Demonstrated expertise in applied mathematics including differential equations, linear algebra, numerical analysis, and optimization.
Demonstrated experience in engineering fields such as controls, estimation theory, digital signal processing, and machine learning.
Proficiency in scientific computing involving software design, algorithm implementation, and system testing/optimization.
Knowledge of probability, statistics, and random processes.
Effective written and verbal communication skills to explain advanced technology to both experts and non-experts.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance.
C++
Rust
Python
Matlab
NoSQL
Machine Learning
Signal Processing
Estimation Theory
Linear Algebra
Statistics
Agile
Algorithm Implementation
Optimization
C++
Rust
Python
Matlab
NoSQL
Machine Learning
Digital Signal Processing
Estimation Theory
Linear Algebra
Statistics
Agile
Algorithm Implementation
Optimization
Machine Learning
Signal Processing
Numerical Analysis
Linear Algebra
Differential Equations
Optimization
Scientific Computing
Agile Development
Modeling and Simulation