Security Software Engineer, Endpoint Security

Anduril-1; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 166,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Washington, DC, seeks a Security Software Engineer to build security tooling for embedded Linux and Android, and to develop an endpoint detection and response agent for Anduril products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, review code for security, and stay ahead of threats and technologies.

The role requires hands-on development in Golang, Rust, or C/C++, with Linux observability and eBPF experience, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of software development in Golang, Rust, or C/C++.
• Experience with Linux observability and eBPF.
• Strong understanding of Linux security internals.
• Experience debugging and optimizing Linux software performance.
• Experience with CI/CD and test automation for mobile and embedded devices.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop cybersecurity tools for realtime embedded, embedded Linux, and Android systems.
• Implement an endpoint detection and response agent for use on Anduril products.
• Develop thorough testing and qualification procedures for security critical components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify specific security needs and implement solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to security best practices.
• Stay updated on the latest security threats and technologies.

Skills

Golang

Rust

C/C++

Linux observability

eBPF

CI/CD

Security principles

Android development

Tools

CI/CD tooling

Android development tools

Job description

Security Software Engineer, Endpoint Security

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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 JOB

We're seeking a Security Software Engineer to develop novel security tooling for securing embedded Linux systems and Android devices. The ideal candidate can develop, test, and debug an endpoint detection and response agent with mission critical security responsibilities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Design and develop cybersecurity tools for realtime embedded, embedded Linux, and Android systems.
• Implement an endpoint detection and response agent for use on Anduril products.
• Develop thorough testing and qualification procedures for security critical components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify specific security needs and implement solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to security best practices.
• Stay updated on the latest security threats and technologies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of software development experience in some combination of Golang, Rust, or C/C++.
• Experience with Linux observability and eBPF.
• Strong understanding of Linux security internals.
• Experience debugging and optimizing performance of Linux software.
• Experience with CI/CD and test automation, including for mobile and embedded devices.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards.
• Experience in mobile development, specifically on Android platforms.
• Experience implementing EDR tooling.
• Experience with SOC operations, forensics, and incident response practices.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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:

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 .

PROTECTING YOURSELF FROM RECRUITMENT SCAMS

Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:

No Financial Requests:Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.

• Please always verify communications:
  • Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
  • Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to [e-mail] .

Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach:If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.

What to Do If You Suspect Fraud:Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to [e-mail] . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.

By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.

Voluntary Self-Identification

As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.