- Robot type
- Drone · Defense
- Location
- AtlantaGeorgiaUSA
- Job type
- Software
- Posted
- Mar 13, 2026
Robotics Software Engineer
Job description
Anduril’s Tactical Recon & Strike (TRS) is a division with two missions: 1) build highly capable autonomous drones, and 2) build solid rocket motors at scale. We transform products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, and Altius from early concepts into fully operational capabilities by partnering closely with specialist engineering, operations, and production teams. Through our Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) team, we design and manufacture solid rocket motors using advanced materials, proprietary formulations, and high-volume production methods—delivering safe, reliable propulsion systems that support a wide range of mission requirements.
As a Robotics Software Engineer on our TRS team, you'll be…
Job responsibilities
- Develop and maintain core robotics libraries, including frame transformations, targeting, and guidance systems, that will be utilized across all Anduril robotics platforms
- Lead the development and implementation of major features for our products, such as designing and building Software-in-the-Loop simulators for advanced systems like Altius
- Optimize performance of existing products, primarily focused on our Altius Drone product line
- Collaborate closely with hardware and manufacturing teams throughout the product development lifecycle, providing timely feedback to influence and enhance final hardware designs
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in deployed systems, ensuring optimal performance in the field
- Contribute to the design and implementation of multi-agent coordination systems for UAVs
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design through testing and deployment
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending and implementing innovations to improve our products and processes
Job requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related field
- 2+ years of professional software development experience
- Strong proficiency in C++ or Rust, with experience in Linux development environments
- Demonstrated expertise in data structures, algorithms, concurrency, and code optimization
- Proven experience troubleshooting and analyzing remotely deployed software systems
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including hardware and manufacturing
- Strong problem-solving skills and a "Whatever It Takes" mindset
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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