Mission Software Engineer, Air Vehicle Autonomy, Frontend

Visa Hunt; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries in California seeks software engineers and roboticists to build a real-time, map-based interface for sensor data and autonomous asset control. You will fetch large data streams, render efficiently, and craft immersive image viewing experiences in a web platform.

The role requires 3+ years in JavaScript/TypeScript/React, a Computer Science or related degree, and eligibility for a U.S. Top Secret clearance; travel up to 30% is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with frontend languages (JavaScript/TypeScript) and React.
• Experience building frontend applications, preferably data-intensive or map-based.
• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, OR related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy a real-time, map-based web interface for sensor data and control of assets.
• Fetch and manage large data streams while maintaining performant rendering in a web app.
• Create immersive image viewing experiences in a web-based platform; own initial projects end-to-end.
• Collaborate with end-users to translate needs into features and balance UX with engineering constraints.

Skills

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Web development

Data-intensive UI

Education

Computer Science / related degree

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

The Air Dominance & Strike team at Anduril develops aerial and multi-domain robotic systems. The team is responsible for taking products like Fury (unmanned fighter jet) and Barracuda (air-breathing cruise missile) from concept to product. The team also develops Lattice for Mission Autonomy, Anduril’s premier software platform that enables masses of Fury, Barracuda, and other first and third party robots to collaborate across various missions. We work in close coordination with specialist teams like Perception, Motion Planning, Hardware, and Test Engineering to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers. We are looking for software engineers and roboticists excited about creating a powerful autonomy software stack that includes computer vision, motion planning, SLAM, controls, estimation, and secure communications.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Design, build, and deploy a real-time, map-based interface for displaying and interacting with sensor data and commanding physical assets
• Fetch and manage large streams of data while maintaining performant rendering in a low-friction user experience
• Build and design immersive image-viewing experiences in a web-based platform
• Take ownership of initial, well-scoped projects with clear objectives. Work closely with colleagues to deliver results, understanding the importance of teamwork in achieving success.
• Partner with end-users to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints
• Travel up to 30% of time to build, test, and deploy capabilities in the real world

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
• 3+ years of experience using frontend languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, and React.
• Degree in Computer Science, Operations Research, Electrical Engineering, related technical degree, or equivalent experience
• Experience working on frontend applications, preferably data-intensive or map-based systems
• Proficiency with a programming language such as Javascript or Typescript
• Experience with React
• Broad experience in delivering functional outcomes
• A mindset towards innovative approaches of problem solving

US Salary Range

$166,000 — $220,000 USD

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 (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:

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.

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