Senior Software Engineer (C++)

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Family Health Coverage

16 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

Mental Health Resources

Professional Development

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking experienced Software Engineers in Costa Mesa, California. You will design and optimize high-performance C++ software for critical defense applications, tackling complex challenges and collaborating across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in software development, a passion for impactful technology, and the ability to maintain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance. Benefits include full family health coverage and generous parental leave.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in C++ software development.
• Strong understanding of low-level systems and algorithmic complexity.
• Experience with large, mature C++ codebases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance C++ software for defense applications.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers for seamless system integration.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle.

Skills

C++

Algorithm development

Software debugging

Memory management

System architecture

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• At Anduril, our Software Engineers are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting-edge solutions that redefine innovation. You’ll dive into a diverse range of projects, partnering with brilliant minds across disciplines to engineer robust software systems that empower our mission‑critical operations
• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance, low‑latency C++ software for critical defense applications, systems, and infrastructure
• Engineer robust, efficient, and scalable solutions, tackling complex algorithmic challenges and memory management critical for real‑time operations
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, systems engineers, and other software disciplines to integrate C++ components and ensure seamless system functionality
• Debug, test, and profile C++ code to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and ensure system reliability and stability
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from architectural design and implementation to rigorous testing and deployment of advanced C++ systems

Benefits

• Full Family Health Coverage
• 16 Weeks Paid Parental Leave for All Caregivers
• Family Planning & Support
• Incentivized Time Off
• Mental Health Resources
• Financial Planning
• Unlimited Provisions
• Professional Development

Qualifications

We’re seeking talented C++ software engineers on several teams to contribute to projects that are shaping the future of defense.

Commitment to Mission: A genuine passion for building critical C++ software that directly contributes to impactful, real‑world outcomes and societal advancement.

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

Mastery of C++: Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated professional experience in developing high-performance, complex software solutions using modern C++.

Deep Technical Acumen: A robust foundation in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics, enabling a strong understanding of low-level systems and algorithmic complexity.

Navigating Complex Architectures: Proven capability to rapidly understand and contribute to large, mature C++ codebases and intricate system architectures.

Building Performant Systems: Proven ability to design and implement software that prioritizes performance, efficiency, and resource management for demanding applications.