Staff Systems Engineer, Warfighter Systems

Anduril Industries•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. About the Warfighter Systems Team: The Warfighter Systems team is at the forefront of developing groundbreaking augmented reality wearable technology, specifically building our EagleEye product; a helmet and glasses system designed to keep soldiers alive during combat situations. Our mission is to create a product that is not just worn, but an integrated extension of the user, operating with the precision and responsiveness a soldier needs. We are deeply focused on minimizing system latency, ensuring every interaction is instantaneous and reliable. Join us on the bleeding edge of intelligent, efficient, and resilient AR wearable devices, and help our service members succeed in any situation!

Requirements

10+ years of experience in system-level power and performance engineering, with a strong focus on System-on-Chip (SoC) architectures.
Deep understanding of silicon chip architectures, including CPU, GPU, DSP, and memory subsystems, and how they interact to impact overall system performance and power.
Proven expertise in SoC performance tuning, optimization techniques, and power management strategies.
Proficiency with industry-standard system profiling tools and methodologies, especially within Android operating environments and on Qualcomm chipsets.
Strong command of lower-level software, including kernel and driver analysis, and a solid understanding of operating system concepts.
Demonstrated ability to effectively bridge hardware and software engineering disciplines, understanding implications across the stack.
Experience finding and solving complex engineering problems independently, while effectively balancing customer needs with technical risks.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microcontrollers (MCUs) or sensor aggregation architectures, including Digital Signal Processors (DSPs).
Familiarity with various sensor types and their integration into low-power, high-performance embedded systems.
Prior experience working with Augmented Reality wearable devices or other ultra-low-power consumer electronics.

Responsibilities

Lead the evaluation and selection of next-generation silicon architectures by collaborating closely with Independent Hardware Vendors (IHVs), providing critical technical feedback on their silicon designs.
Partner with Platform Software Engineers to drive system-level optimizations for power, performance, and latency across the entire product stack.
Conduct in-depth analysis and optimization of battery life and thermal design power tradeoffs to deliver a comfortable, long-lasting, and high-performing wearable experience.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for system power efficiency and performance from initial concept through to final product deployment.
Perform deep-dive root cause analysis for complex system performance and power issues, identifying solutions, and independently prioritizing efforts based on customer needs and engineering risk.
Develop and implement rigorous profiling methodologies to identify bottlenecks and areas for optimization at various system levels.
Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, software, product, and other engineering teams to integrate solutions and ensure holistic system success.
Contribute to defining architectural requirements and specifications, translating product vision into technical execution.

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.