Machine Learning Research Engineer

Anduril; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 220,000 - 292,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Anduril is seeking experienced AI Engineers to build generative AI systems for military applications. You will focus on developing and fine-tuning transformer architectures to enhance autonomy and reduce cognitive load on warfighters.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a BS in Computer Science or similar field. The position offers a competitive salary between $220,000 and $292,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience developing and benchmarking ML algorithms.
• Experience pushing and maintaining ML algorithms in production.
• Experience fine-tuning transformer-based models.

Responsibilities

• Distill and fine-tune transformer architectures for edge devices.
• Propose and prototype LLM-based agentic systems.
• Develop and maintain mission-relevant benchmarks.

Skills

Python

Machine Learning

ML frameworks (PyTorch)

Transformer architectures

Education

BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

ML algorithms

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’s Lattice software platform integrates together many sensors into a single cohesive view of the world, providing needed context for our users. AI Engineers on Anduril’s Frontier AI team build edge‑compatible, generative AI systems into the Lattice software platform to provide features and products that improve autonomy and reduce cognitive burden on the warfighter. Specific applications include but are not limited to automating mission planning, battle‑space understanding, voice‑control of assets, and enabling higher‑levels of autonomy.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Distill and fine‑tune transformer architectures so they can be deployed onto edge devices or compute denied environments
• Propose and prototype LLM‑based agentic systems that help solve real‑world problems, leveraging the latest state‑of‑the‑art techniques in the field
• Develop and maintain mission‑relevant benchmarks
• Work cross‑functionally with different business lines across Anduril to help discover and scope new research problems

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years experience developing and benchmarking ML algorithms
• Experience pushing and maintaining ML algorithms in production
• Strong Python skills with experience in ML frameworks such as PyTorch
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience fine‑tuning transformer‑based model
• Experience deploying deep‑learning based models to edge devices or air‑gapped environments
• Prior experience in defense tech or start‑up

US SALARY RANGE

$220,000 — $292,000 USD

BENEFITS

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, explore Our Benefits.