Staff Robotics Engineer — Mission Autonomy Lead

Anduril Industries; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Melbourne is seeking a Staff Robotics Engineer to lead mission autonomy development for Group 5 Collaborative Combat Aircraft. You will be an owner and hands-on contributor across architecture, perception, and planning, delivering safe, verifiable autonomy for autonomous platforms.

The role requires 7+ years in C++ and/or Python, familiarity with sensors (Radar, LIDAR, cameras, sonar), and the ability to mentor teams while engaging stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in C++ and/or Python software development.
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle hardware and sensors (radar, sonar, LIDAR, cameras).
• Knowledge of computer vision, sensor fusion, SLAM, motion planning, or machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Own multi-year software roadmap for mission autonomy across teams.
• Collaborate with internal product and program teams to deliver capabilities beyond current platforms.
• Lead interfacing design with external teams and ensure safe navigation and situational awareness systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive architecture, implementation, and validation efforts.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and systems engineers for integration and testing.

Skills

C++

Python

Radar sensors

LIDAR

Cameras

Sonar

Computer vision

Sensor fusion

SLAM

Motion planning

Machine learning

Perception planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics/Mechatronics/CS/Engineering

Tools

Gazebo

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

Anduril Industries in Melbourne is seeking a Staff Robotics Engineer to lead mission autonomy development for Group 5 Collaborative Combat Aircraft. You will be an owner and hands-on contributor across architecture, perception, and planning, delivering safe, verifiable autonomy for autonomous platforms.

The role requires 7+ years in C++ and/or Python, familiarity with sensors (Radar, LIDAR, cameras, sonar), and the ability to mentor teams while engaging stakeholders.