Robotics Engineer

Anduril Industries

Job Location:

Costa Mesa, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 191000 - 253000

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Job

We are seeking a Robotics Software Engineer with expertise in C and Rust to join our this role you will design develop and optimize software solutions for autonomous robotic systems focusing on sensor integration networking and multi-agent coordination. You will work on interdisciplinary challenges collaborate across teams and deploy critical software in real-world environments.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment enjoy solving complex problems and are passionate about creating impactful robotics systems this opportunity is for you.

What Youll Do

Develop Mission-Critical Software: Engineer scalable and robust solutions for networking sensor integration and autonomy across robotic platforms.
Sensor Integration: Work with a variety of sensors (e.g. cameras LiDAR IMUs) to enable perception localization and navigation.
Networking Systems: Design and optimize distributed communication networks and message-passing frameworks for multi-robot coordination.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with hardware systems and manufacturing teams to seamlessly integrate software into physical systems.
Real-World Deployment: Travel up to 25% to test debug and deploy systems in operational environments.
Iterative Development: Contribute to the entire software lifecycle including prototyping implementation testing and deployment.
Optimize Performance: Enhance system efficiency such as improving latency battery consumption and resource utilization.
Troubleshoot and Debug: Analyze and resolve issues in deployed systems ensuring reliability and operational success.

Required Qualifications

Technical Expertise: Bachelors or Masters degree in Robotics Computer Science Software Engineering Mathematics or Physics.
C and Rust Proficiency: 2 years of hands-on experience developing production-grade software in C and/or Rust.
Networking Knowledge: Experience with distributed communication networks protocols and message standards.
Sensor Integration: Proven ability to work with and integrate sensors (e.g. LiDAR cameras IMUs) into robotics systems.
Systems-Level Thinking: Ability to navigate and contribute to complex systems and established codebases.
Real-World Impact: Passion for building software that directly influences mission-critical outcomes.
Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel up to 25% to test and deploy systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Robotics: Experience with motion planning perception localization and multi-agent coordination.
Simulation Expertise: Proficiency in designing Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) simulation environments.
Hardware Integration: Experience working with embedded systems and physical devices.
Performance Optimization: Familiarity with metrics and optimization techniques for robotics systems.
Programming Skills: Additional experience with Python and/or real-time operating systems.
Machine Learning: Knowledge of AI/ML applications in robotics.
Security Clearance: Active or prior U.S. Secret clearance is a plus.

US Salary Range

$191000 - $253000 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 Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:

Healthcare Benefits

US Roles:Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles:We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members bond with a new baby or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g. IVF preservation) adoption and gestational carriers along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources:Access free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services such as legal and financial support are also available.
Professional Development:Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits:Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance:Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

US Roles:Traditional 401(k) Roth and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles:Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles:Superannuation plan.

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

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About the JobWe are seeking a Robotics Software Engineer with expertise in C and Rust to join our this role you will design develop and optimize software solutions for autonomous robotic systems focusing on sensor integration networking and multi-agent coordination. You will work on interdisciplina...