Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Sensor Fusion

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Costa Mesa, CAWashington, DC
Salary: $191,000–$253,000 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 · Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Sensor Fusion

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As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer on the Air Dominance & Strike team, you will develop sophisticated onboard software for autonomous aerial systems, focusing on sensor fusion and state estimation. Your daily tasks include writing algorithms in C++ and Rust to integrate data from various sensors like radar and optical cameras, creating protocols for real-time collaboration among multiple robots, and deploying highly optimized code on Linux-based compute modules. You’ll leverage modern tooling such as Nix for reproducible builds and work within a domain requiring strong mathematical foundations and hands-on experience with physical hardware integration. This role demands expertise in C++, Rust, Python, and familiarity with sensor protocols like I2C, SPI, CAN, and Ethernet, making it ideal for those passionate about solving complex technical challenges in real-world robotics applications.

Skills

C++ Rust Python Nix Linux I2C SPI CAN Ethernet Kalman filtering State estimation Sensor fusion Target tracking Localization CI/CD

What you'll do

Develop algorithms for sensor fusion and state estimation using C++ and Rust.
Create protocols enabling multiple robots to share tracking data in real-time.
Write optimized, low-latency code for onboard Linux-based compute modules.
Integrate electrical sensors (I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet) with application software.
Solve real-world tracking or fusion bottlenecks through production software deployment.

What we're looking for

Top Secret security clearance required
Degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related field
Expertise in sensor fusion and state estimation algorithms
Proficient in C++, Rust, and Python for software development
Experience with onboard Linux systems and hardware integration
Strong background in Kalman filtering and localization techniques
Ability to deploy optimized code on multi-domain unmanned systems

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