Mission Software Engineer, Vehicle Software, Frontend
At a glance
Mid-level Frontend Engineering role at Anduril Industries. Costa Mesa · $166,000–$220,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build a live map interface that presents sensor information and lets operators issue commands to physical assets
- Handle high-volume data streams while keeping the interface responsive and easy to use
- Create web-based tools for viewing imagery in an immersive way
- Take on defined projects, coordinate with teammates, and shape features with end-users while balancing usability and technical limits
- Travel for field testing and deployment, up to fifteen percent of your time
What you bring
- You can qualify for and retain an active U.S. Top Secret clearance
- You have a computer science, operations research, electrical engineering or related technical degree, or equivalent experience
- You have frontend application experience, ideally with data-heavy or map-focused products
- You can build with React and are proficient in JavaScript, TypeScript or another programming language
Who this fits
This mid-level frontend role suits someone comfortable owning scoped projects and working across engineering disciplines with end-users. Expect travel of up to fifteen percent for real-world testing and deployment. The stated annual salary range is $166,000 to $220,000.
From the employer
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
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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