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Anduril Industries · 11 hours ago

Senior Research Scientist

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 contribute to a talented team by creating mathematically principled solutions to challenging information science problems and prototyping state-of-the-art algorithms in an agile environment.

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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

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
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.
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.
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.
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Available depending on role eligibility.
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
Pension plan with employer match.
Superannuation plan.

Company

Anduril Industries

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Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$6.25B
Key Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M

Leadership Team

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Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
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Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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