Software Engineer, C++

Role Overview Anduril Industries is hiring an entry‑level Software Engineer, C++. This full‑time role is located in Costa Mesa, California, and is part of the QA hiring track. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and benefits are listed below. Salary Context Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Junior‑level QA roles is $75k‑$100k (based on 32 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen. Job Description 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 real‑time, 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. What You’ll Do Design, develop, and optimize high‑performance, low‑latency C++ software for critical defense applications, systems, and infrastructure. Engineer robust, efficient, and scalable solutions, tackling complex algorithmic challenges and memory management critical for real‑time operations. Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, systems engineers, and other software disciplines to integrate C++ components and ensure seamless system functionality. Debug, test, and profile C++ code to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and ensure system reliability and stability. Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from architectural design and implementation to rigorous testing and deployment of advanced C++ systems. Required Qualifications Deep Technical Acumen: A robust foundation in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics, enabling a strong understanding of low‑level systems and algorithmic complexity. Mastery of C++: Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated professional experience in developing high‑performance, complex software solutions using modern C++. Building Performant Systems: Proven ability to design and implement software that prioritizes performance, efficiency, and resource management for demanding applications. Navigating Complex Architectures: Proven capability to rapidly understand and contribute to large, mature C++ codebases and intricate system architectures. Commitment to Mission: A genuine passion for building critical C++ software that directly contributes to impactful, real‑world outcomes and societal advancement. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance. Benefits US salary range: $166,000 — $220,000 USD. The salary range is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors and includes base salary only. Highly competitive equity grants are typically offered as part of full‑time offers. Anduril also offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including comprehensive, competitive benefits at little to no cost to employees. For details, visit our benefits page. Location: Costa Mesa, California (on‑site). #J-18808-Ljbffr TryApplyNow