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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.
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The Senior Advanced Research Scientist joins the Research Scientists team to develop state-of-the-art algorithms and software for mission-critical systems. You will drive rapid prototyping for R&D projects, focusing on specialized algorithm development for radar systems, video sensors, space-based sensing, and Command and Control systems. Daily responsibilities include utilizing high-fidelity modeling and simulation tools to quantify technology impacts, collaborating on software and hardware integration, and implementing rigorous quality assurance processes. You must possess a strong foundation in applied mathematics, including probability, optimization, and linear algebra. Required technical skills include experience in scientific computing, digital signal processing, and image processing using functional programming languages like C/C++, Julia, Rust, Python, and CUDA. This role solves complex problems in sensor fusion and autonomous systems for defense applications.
Drive rapid prototyping for R&D projects focusing on radar, video sensors, and C2 systems.
Develop specialized algorithms for space-based sensing and command and control systems.
Use high-fidelity modeling and simulation tools to quantify the impact of new technologies.
Integrate software and hardware components to optimize radar system functionalities.
Implement rigorous software quality assurance processes and testing methodologies to ensure reliability.
Align R&D outcomes with mission-critical objectives through regular engagement with stakeholders.
Mentor junior team members to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
What we're looking for
Hold an M.S. or Ph.D. in Applied or Computational Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Controls and Dynamical Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Statistics and Probability, or a related field.
Have 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software/firmware engineering.
Possess a strong foundation in applied mathematics, including probability theory, optimization theory, linear algebra, and numerical analysis.
Demonstrate experience in scientific computing, including algorithm implementation, optimization methods, probabilistic/stochastic models, and graphical models.
Have knowledge of digital signal processing, image processing, controls, and estimation theory.
Be familiar with functional programming languages such as C/C++, Julia, Rust, Python, and CUDA.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance.
Experience with radar signal processing, image processing, GPU programming, or rapid prototyping (preferred).
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