Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Navigation/Localization

Anduril•Costa Mesa, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Navigation/Localization Engineer with a strong background in robotics or aerial systems to join our growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. Anduril is developing software at the intersection of computer vision, sensor fusion, and machine learning. In this role you will be developing, integrating, and testing navigation solutions that will allow platforms including Omen and Thunder to operate in the most challenging GNSS-contested environments. You’ll work across the stack including sensor selection, placement, and integration; simulation and data replay pipelines; fly-fix-fly iteration in the field; and automated testing/analysis to prevent regressions. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, rapid iteration, and delivering high-quality solutions for real-world operation.

Requirements

Experience in developing, maintaining, or testing navigation / localization algorithms for autonomous vehicles, robotics, drones, maritime vehicles or similar application
Experience with Kalman filtering and other estimation techniques
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong communication skills and the ability to take large problems and break them down into actionable parts
Eligible to obtain and hold a U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

MS or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Applied Math, Physics, or related field
Experience with Python, Rust, and Nix software development
Experience with sensor calibration, sensor fusion, state estimation, and SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) techniques
Strong knowledge of navigation principles, including inertial navigation, GPS, and aiding sources (e.g. vision-based navigation)
Experience with regression testing using data replay from a large number of previously collected datasets
Experience processing sensor measurements from LIDAR, Electro-Optical sensors, Radar, or RF sensors
Experience processing sensor measurements from Inertial Measurement Units
Experience with sensor characterization and modeling
Experience in Linux and modern software development tooling
Experience with CUDA and NVIDIA ecosystem

Responsibilities

Implement robust sensor fusion techniques to combine GNSS, IMU, LIDAR, radar, and camera data, improving navigation accuracy and resilience
Rapidly test, analyze performance, and iterate on algorithm and flight control design in the field
Develop simulation and testing environment to evaluate the performance of localization solutions under different environmental conditions and scenarios
Design fault-tolerant algorithms optimized for on-board compute constraints and robust operation in GNSS-contested environments
Analyze mission requirements and constraints across the Anduril product portfolio to determine optimal navigation, localization, and positioning system architecture
Architect and improve calibration procedures for sensor suites used in navigation systems
Work directly with autonomy, flight controls, and hardware teams to integrate navigation solutions into full vehicle systems and close the loop in flight test
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers