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Anduril Industries · 5 days ago

Senior Research Scientist

Broomfield, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$165K/yr - $218K/yr

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Senior Research Scientist will develop state-of-the-art algorithms and software, contributing to innovative solutions that meet mission-critical needs in military applications.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Contribute to the direction of a talented small team with your expertise and ideas

Create mathematically principled solutions to some of the world’s most challenging information science problems

Prototype state-of-the-art algorithms in an agile development environment

Implement high-performance software spanning the spectrum from tactical systems to web applications

Use high-fidelity modeling and simulation environments, innovative analysis tools, and flexible compute clusters to quantify the benefit of our technology

Engage with our customers, to ensure successful outcomes for their mission-critical needs

Help your colleagues and customers understand what you’re doing and why

Qualification

Applied MathematicsMachine LearningScientific ComputingCoding LanguagesAlgorithm ImplementationSoftware DesignEffective CommunicationCustomer EngagementTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Required

M.S. or Ph.D. in Applied or Computational Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Controls and Dynamical Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Statistics and Probability, or a related field

Experience coding languages with Rust, C++, and Python

A record of academic excellence, including demonstrated experience in most of the following areas: Applied Mathematics: differential equations, linear algebra, numerical analysis, and continuous or discrete optimization; Engineering: controls, estimation theory, digital signal processing, and machine learning; Scientific Computing: software design, algorithm implementation, and software analysis, testing, and optimization; Probability: statistics and random processes

Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to convey salient details about advanced technology in a compelling manner to both experts and non-experts alike

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

Transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role

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.

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.