- Robot type
- Drone · Defense
- Location
- Costa MesaCaliforniaUSA
- Job type
- Software
- Posted
- Apr 7, 2026
- Salary
- $191,000–$253,000 a year
Robotics Software Engineer, Sensor Integration
Job description
We are seeking a Robotics Software Engineer with expertise in C++ and Rust to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize software solutions for autonomous robotic systems, focusing on sensor integration, networking, and multi-agent coordination. You will work on interdisciplinary challenges, collaborate across teams, and deploy critical software in real-world environments.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex problems, and are passionate about creating impactful robotics systems, this opportunity is for you.
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S.
Job 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.
Job requirements
- Technical Expertise: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
- C++ and Rust Proficiency: 2+ years of hands-on experience developing production-grade software in C++ and/or Rust.
- Networking Knowledge: Experience with distributed communication networks, protocols, and message standards.
- Sensor Integration: Proven ability to work with and integrate sensors (e.g., LiDAR, cameras, IMUs) into robotics systems.
- Systems-Level Thinking: Ability to navigate and contribute to complex systems and established codebases.
- Real-World Impact: Passion for building software that directly influences mission-critical outcomes.
- Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel up to 25% to test and deploy systems.
- Advanced Robotics: Experience with motion planning, perception, localization, and multi-agent coordination.
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