Mission Software Engineer, Vehicle Software, Frontend

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

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a frontend software engineer to design and build real-time, map-based interfaces that display sensor data and command assets. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver performant, immersive UI experiences in a web platform.

The role requires frontend experience with data-heavy maps, JavaScript/TypeScript, and React, plus a drive to ship features end-to-end while collaborating with end users and security teams.

Qualifications

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
• Degree in CS, OR, EE, or related technical degree, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with frontend applications, data-intensive or map-based systems.
• Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript; experience with React.
• Broad experience delivering functional outcomes and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy a real-time, map-based interface for sensor data and asset control.
• Fetch and manage large data streams while maintaining performant rendering.
• Create immersive image-viewing experiences in a web-based platform.
• Own initial, well-scoped projects and work with colleagues to deliver results.
• Partner with end-users to turn needs into features within engineering constraints.
• Travel up to 15% to build, test, and deploy capabilities in the real world.

Skills

Frontend development

Data visualization

Map-based UI

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Education

Computer Science degree

Electrical Engineering degree

Operations Research degree

Related technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

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

Air Dominance & Strike (AD&S) is responsible for autonomous robotics systems like the Fury unmanned fighter jet and the Barracuda family of advanced effects. The AD&S Vehicle Software team is responsible for the software running on these systems. Our software engineers collaborate with other engineering disciplines to develop software for vehicle control, networking, sensor integration, and telemetry. We are looking for engineers excited to build the foundational vehicle software stack that supports the wide range of AD&S initiatives, from early concept simulation to first flight to live operations to large scale fleet management.

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 15% 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
• 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 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:

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.

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