Robotics Software Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience developing production-grade software in C++ and/or Rust.
• Experience with distributed communication networks, protocols, and message standards.
• Proven ability to work with and integrate sensors (e.g., LiDAR, cameras, IMUs) into robotics systems.
• Ability to navigate and contribute to complex systems and established codebases.
• Passion for building software that directly influences mission-critical outcomes.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to test and deploy systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with motion planning, perception, localization, and multi-agent coordination.
• Proficiency in designing Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) simulation environments.
• Experience working with embedded systems and physical devices.
• Familiarity with metrics and optimization techniques for robotics systems.
• Additional experience with Python, and/or real-time operating systems.
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications in robotics.
• Active or prior U.S. Secret clearance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop Mission-Critical Software: Engineer scalable and robust solutions for networking, sensor integration, and autonomy across robotic platforms.
• Sensor Integration: Work with a variety of sensors (e.g., cameras, LiDAR, IMUs) to enable perception, localization, and navigation.
• Networking Systems: Design and optimize distributed communication networks and message-passing frameworks for multi-robot coordination.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with hardware, systems, and manufacturing teams to seamlessly integrate software into physical systems.
• Real-World Deployment: Travel up to 25% to test, debug, and deploy systems in operational environments.
• Iterative Development: Contribute to the entire software lifecycle, including prototyping, implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Optimize Performance: Enhance system efficiency, such as improving latency, battery consumption, and resource utilization.
• Troubleshoot and Debug: Analyze and resolve issues in deployed systems, ensuring reliability and operational success.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package.
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.