SENIOR, SOFTWARE ENGINEER (MOBILE - ANDROID) - job 4 of 4

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.WHY WE'RE HERE:The Vehicle Autonomy (Robotics) team at Anduril develops aerial and ground-based robotic systems. The team is responsible for taking products like Ghost, Anvil, and our Sentry Tower from paper sketches to operational systems. We work in close coordination with specialist teams like Perception, Autonomy, and Manufacturing to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers. We are looking for software engineers, roboticists, and front-end and mobile developers who are excited about creating a powerful robotics platform that can be tasked and viewed in real-time through a variety of interfaces.WHAT YOU'LL DO:• Design, build, test, and deploy real-time, map-based user interfaces for displaying and interacting with sensor data and controlling Ghost aircraft from an Android application through the Android Tactical Assault Kit's (ATAK) plugin ecosystem to enable tactical control for end users.• Define and implement APIs for Ghost's network communications, real-time telemetry, vehicle configuration, sensor/payload control with full motion video streaming, manual controls, and autonomous tasking.• Help define foundational software architectures, visual designs, and user experience/interaction workflows for Ghost, working directly with chief engineers, product designers, program managers, flight test engineers, and end-user customers to demonstrate capability and iterate on feedback.• Work directly with Android frontend technologies like Jetpack Compose, high-performance backend technologies like Java/Kotlin/C++/Rust, and software product lifecycle technologies likes CMake/gradle/NixOS/CircleCI/Docker.• Work directly with the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK) SDK and the TAK Product Centers' developer community (see TAK.gov for more information).• Work alongside engineers using multiple other full stack technologies like TypeScript/React, C++/Qt, and C#/.NET.• Test and evaluate your software at multiple levels of rigor using simulations, benchtop hardware, and live flight assets.CORE REQUIREMENTS:• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another related technical degree.• Experience developing software for user interface applications, especially high-traffic, data-intensive, or map-based systems• Proficiency with modern Android programming languages including Jetpack Compose, XML, Java, Kotlin.• Proficiency with modern backend/middleware programming languages such as C++ or Rust.• Familiarity with client/server networking technologies and relationships such as TCP/UDP/Multicast, HTTP (REST), or protobuf/gRPC.• Proven ability to empathize with users, to break down user needs into software features, and to balance the ideal user experience with practical engineering constraints.• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.• Must be eligible to obtain and hold a US DoD Security Clearance.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:• Experience working with the DoD where safety is paramount, regulations must be balanced, and operational environments are tightly controlled.• Experience with robotic systems where hardware, physical actuators, data link networks, sensors and effectors are employed to translate software concepts to physical interactions with the world.• Experience in a startup or small company working environment where deadlines are tight, requirements are open-ended, and the teams are often fewer than 10 people.• Experience with 3D geospatial analysis and mapping software such as ArcGIS, Cesium, MapBox, or TAK.• Experience developing user interface software that does not require Internet access or has local/offline functionality.• Exposure to build system and software lifecycle technologies such as CMake, gradle, NixOS, CircleCI, Docker, Python, Bash, and other developer operations tools.• Exposure to technologies related to Ghost such as rotary-wing flight mechanics, UAV control, mesh networking, full motion video processing, and intelligence/surveillance/reconnaissance sensors.• Exposure to aviation such as a hobbyist RC piloting, holding a Private Pilot License or Part 107 Remote Pilot License.US Salary Range$160,000-$240,000 USDThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.• For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.• For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.