Software Engineer, Modelling & Simulation, Advanced Capabilities

Slope; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology firm in Greater London is seeking a Software Engineer to lead the development of advanced modeling and simulation applications. The ideal candidate will have strong C++ and Python skills, and will work on mission-level analysis and wargaming projects. This role emphasizes practical, hands-on tasks in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Highly competitive compensation and generous benefits package are offered, including comprehensive healthcare and pension plans.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Generous time off

Relocation assistance

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active UKSV Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of modeling & simulation applications.
• Develop MS&A framework for mission-level analysis.
• Partner with teams to deliver simulation capabilities.

Skills

Advanced proficiency with C++

Advanced proficiency with Python

Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis engineering

Curiosity and ability to learn

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Maneuver Dominance Advanced Capabilities team in our London office. The team is a strategic/future‑looking organisation focused on delivering 3 core components – Capability Strategy, Mission Advantage and Maneuver Advantage. Leveraging analysis, wargaming and warfighter‑centric thinking, the team guides how Maneuver Dominance incubates, builds and deploys the capabilities needed to dominate in a future fight.

ABOUT THE JOB

This will be the first software engineering hire for our Advanced Capabilities team in London. You will lead development of modelling & simulation applications, infrastructure and services to enable operations analysis and wargaming in support of our product development and our customers. The ideal candidate would be practical, hands‑on and a self‑starter with high growth potential.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work on challenging problems in a fast‑paced environment across our portfolio of programs and products.
• Develop our Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) framework to support mission‑level concept exploration, tactics development, autonomous behaviours, and Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SITL) product development.
• Develop simulation models for sensors, comms, movement, tactical behaviours, weapon effects, electronic effects, command and control, and others.
• Partner with Operations Analysis team members to deliver simulations capabilities that enable efficient Monte Carlo and Design of Experiments analysis.
• Partner with capability teams like Mission Autonomy to deliver simulation capabilities to help accelerate development.
• Work with multi‑disciplinary subject matter experts to understand and adequately model pertinent sub‑system, system and system‑of‑system dynamics.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Advanced proficiency with C++ and/or Rust.
• Advanced proficiency with Python.
• Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis engineering or related industry background.
• Demonstrated curiosity and ability to learn outside of core discipline.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active UKSV Security Clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with aerospace/aeronautical systems (including fixed wing, rockets, satellites, rotorcraft, etc.).
• Experience in flight dynamics/platform physics and control.
• Experience with developing sub‑system and system level models (air vehicles, ground vehicles, ground‑based sensors and other types of complex systems).
• Experience working with/developing multi‑system mission‑level simulations in one or more domains (subsurface, surface, ground, air, and space).
• Experience in military simulation fields delivering configurable scenario‑based environments for operations analysis and wargaming.
• Experience of working within a start‑up environment.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full‑time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:

Healthcare Benefits

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
• Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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