Lead Flight Software & Autonomy Architect

Anduril-1; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 252,000 - 333,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Atlanta is seeking a Mission Software Lead to own the onboard software ecosystem of the ALTIUS-600 platform. You will guide mission autonomy, core infrastructure, C2, and flight software while leading a high-performing team across hardware interfaces and edge computing.

This role collaborates with GNC, avionics, systems, and hardware teams to ensure robust, certifiable software with safety and readiness as priorities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience on high performing software teams.
• 3+ years direct management experience of 5+ people.
• Demonstrated ability to drive a high-performing technical team.
• Significant current/previous hands-on technical work on an interdisciplinary project (such as robotics, autonomous vehicles, avionics, or aerospace).
• Strong embedded systems fundamentals: resource-efficient software design, drivers, real-time responsive software, Linux and RTOS frameworks.
• Experience building and executing on technical roadmaps.
• Proficiency in C++ and Linux.

Responsibilities

• Lead Initiatives & Drive Outcomes: Turn broader functional plans into actionable processes, ensuring they are carried out effectively to drive tangible, tactical outcomes for our VMS roadmap.
• Architect & Deliver Complex Systems: Lead the architecture, design, and execution of complex systems that integrate hardware and software components, aligning with system requirements and performance metrics.
• Problem Solve & Innovate: Tackle complex, often undefined challenges and guide your team to navigate issues with appropriate methods.
• Collaborate & Influence: Build relationships across teams and stakeholders, clearly sharing insights and recommendations.
• Talent Development & Mentorship: Attract, retain, and grow top software/robotics engineers.

Skills

Software leadership

Management experience

C++

Linux

Embedded systems

Roadmaps

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

C++

Linux

Job description

Anduril Industries in Atlanta is seeking a Mission Software Lead to own the onboard software ecosystem of the ALTIUS-600 platform. You will guide mission autonomy, core infrastructure, C2, and flight software while leading a high-performing team across hardware interfaces and edge computing.

This role collaborates with GNC, avionics, systems, and hardware teams to ensure robust, certifiable software with safety and readiness as priorities.