Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.
As the Mission Software Lead, you will own the entire onboard software ecosystem of the ALTIUS-600 platform. Your technical leadership will span mission autonomy, core infrastructure, tactical Command and Control (C2), and flight software (VMS).
You will lead a high-performing engineering team that bridges the gap between hardware interfaces, deterministic vehicle controls, edge-compute infrastructure, and high-level autonomous decision-making. You will ensure ALTIUS reliably executes complex multi-agent behaviors, communicates efficiently across tactical datalinks, and maintains strict vehicle safety and mission readiness.
Responsibilities:
- Lead Initiatives & Drive Outcomes: Turn broader functional plans into actionable processes, ensuring they are carried out effectively to drive tangible, tactical outcomes for our VMS roadmap.
- Architect & Deliver Complex Systems: Lead the architecture, design, and execution of complex systems that effectively integrate hardware and software components.
- Problem Solve & Innovate: Tackle complex, often undefined challenges that require conceptual thinking and a strong grasp of broader organizational goals.
- Collaborate & Influence: Regularly connect with team leaders, cross-functional partners, and external stakeholders to align on goals and initiatives.
- Talent Development & Mentorship: Attract, retain, and grow top talent in software/robotics engineering, fostering a high-performing team environment.
Requirements:
- 7+ years experience on high performing software teams
- 3+ years direct management experience of 5+ people
- Demonstrated ability to drive a high-performing technical team
- Significant current/previous hands-on technical work on an interdisciplinary project
- Strong embedded systems fundamentals: resource-efficient software design, drivers, real-time responsive software, Linux and RTOS frameworks.
- Experience building and executing on technical roadmaps
- Proficiency in C++ and Linux
Benefits:
- Highly competitive equity grants
- Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including health, recovery, and other support