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Anduril Industries · 2 hours ago

Software Engineer, Vehicle Management Systems

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$143K/yr - $191K/yr

3+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through advanced technology. The Software Engineer, Vehicle Management Systems will develop embedded software for aircraft, collaborating with a diverse team to create scalable flight software and integrate new features into flight control systems.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and implement vehicle control systems

Develop embedded software for pre-emptible Linux or RTOS applications

Develop device drivers, protocols, and APIs for aircraft sensors

Integrate new features and sensors into flight controller software

Integrate guidance and control algorithms with the flight software stack

Create Software-In-The-Loop (SITL) and Hardware-In-The-Loop (HITL) test fixtures and automation

Analyze flight test results and iterate quickly on fixes and improvements

Support device manufacturing efforts, debugging, and production-level test

Support operational aircraft deployments and field troubleshooting

Qualification

C++ programmingRust programmingEmbedded software developmentLow-level device driver developmentFlight control softwareSafety-critical systemsCommunications protocolsDebugging skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

3+ years of C++ or Rust programming experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent experience

Direct experience with embedded software or other safety-critical systems

Background in low-level embedded software architecture, design and development

Low-level device driver development experience; familiarity with both microcontrollers and application processors

Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers, and IDEs

Familiarity with communications busses and protocols such as CAN, CAN FD, UART/RS232/RS422/RS485, SPI, QSPI, I2C, Ethernet, etc

Strong debugging skills, comfortable using instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers

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

Preferred

4+ years of C++ or Rust programming experience creating clean, efficient, and reliable code

Strong vehicle systems and avionics design knowledge

Experience building flight stacks or working with PX4/ArduPilot or proprietary autopilots

Familiarity with control systems, state estimation, and guidance algorithms

Bias toward delivery and rapid iteration to discover the right engineering investments

Willingness to take calculated risks and full accountability for outcomes

Passion for solving real-world problems quickly and effectively

Track record of designing, building, and delivering useful software to users — we want to hear war stories!

Experience with SITL/HITL frameworks, CI for embedded systems, and creating reproducible test environments

Benefits

Healthcare 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