Software Development Engineer in Test, Intelligence Systems

Anduril Industries•Reston, VA

About The Position

We are looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our rapidly growing team in Reston, Virginia. In this role you will be responsible for testing custom developed software solutions and user-facing software in both a traditional desktop environment and on embedded and custom hardware devices. This role may include writing, maintaining, and executing detailed test plans, and owning testing methodologies across multiple projects. You will analyze test results, support prioritization and decision making, as well as identify areas for improvement. You will often need to find creative solutions to create reproducible testing scenarios and environments. The data you collect may support both finding and fixing bugs, identifying useful new features, and enabling the mission operations for our solutions.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in full-stack software testing
Deep experience with managing complex test plans against evolving software baselines
S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields
Experience working in constrained development environments, including air-gapped systems
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute test plans for complex systems
Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases
Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph

Nice To Haves

7+ years of experience in full-stack software testing, with experience testing embedded systems
3+ years building and executing automated tests
Test experience at all levels of the software stack, from databases to GUI frameworks including but not limited to C, C++, React, .NET, and Microsoft SQL Server
Experience with various testing regimes from unit-tests to user-tests
Strong focus on security and user experience

Responsibilities

Work directly with project managers to write, maintain, and execute tests for full-stack software and user-facing software on custom and embedded hardware
Perform various types of testing on custom software projects, including manual testing and automated checks of functionality, performance, and reliability
Develop creative testing approaches that ensure reusability and provide data to characterize the performance of custom solutions
Work with existing teams to maintain and update existing testing plans
Be able to work, in detail, across multiple projects’ testing needs
Help ensure that shipped software is of high quality and free of defects
Work with application developers to resolve issues identified during testing
Drive end-to-end test management and deliver clear, concise reports to cross-functional and program teams
Execute and analyze simulations including simulated operational environments
Report to the overall software lead for the project
Coordinate with other software team leads, engineering leads, and external teams or subcontractors as needed

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.