Perception Engineer

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Computer Vision Engineer with a strong background in robotics to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing advanced perception systems for complex autonomous aerial platforms. Your expertise in computer vision algorithms, combined with your understanding of robotics principles, will be crucial in solving a wide variety of challenges involving visual perception, SLAM, motion planning, controls, and state estimation. This role requires not only technical expertise in computer vision and robotics but also the ability to make pragmatic engineering tradeoffs, considering the unique constraints of aerial platforms. Your work will directly contribute to the seamless integration of Anduril's products, achieving critical outcomes in autonomous operations. This position demands strong systems-level knowledge and experience, as you'll be working on the intersection of computer vision, robotics, and autonomous systems. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of computer vision in robotics, possess a "Whatever It Takes" mindset, and can execute in an expedient, scalable, and pragmatic way while keeping the mission top-of-mind and making sound engineering decisions, then this role is for you.

Requirements

BS in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Strong knowledge of 3D computer vision concepts, including multi-view geometry, camera models, photogrammetry, and 3D reconstruction techniques.
Fluency in standard domain libraries (numpy, opencv, pytorch, etc).
Proven understanding of data structures, algorithms, concurrency, and code optimization.
4+ years of professional industry experience working with C++ or Rust programming languages.
Experience deploying software to end customers, internal or external.
Must be willing to travel 25%.
Eligible to obtain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

MS or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Experience with perception systems for aerial robotics or other highly dynamic platforms.
Experience with real-world sensor integrations, including LiDAR, RGB-D cameras, stereo cameras, or TOF cameras.
Knowledge of path planning algorithms and their integration with perception systems in dynamic environments.
Experience with GPU / CUDA programming for accelerated computer vision processing.

Responsibilities

Work at the intersection of 3D perception and computer vision, developing robust algorithms that power real-time decision-making for autonomous aerial systems.
Develop and implement advanced structure from motion and SLAM algorithms to create accurate 3D models from multiple camera inputs in real-time.
Integrate perception outputs with path planning algorithms to enable autonomous navigation in complex, unstructured environments
Design experiments, data collection efforts, and curate training/evaluation sets to develop insights for both internal purposes and customers.
Collaborate closely with robotics, software, and hardware teams to integrate perception algorithms into autonomous aerial systems.
Work with vendors and government stakeholders to advance the state-of-the-art in perception and world modeling for autonomous aerial systems.

Benefits

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.