Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Embedded Software EngineerCosta Mesa, California, United StatesAnduril 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.About The JobWe are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be the tip of the spear for embedded software development supporting our next-generation radar seeker products — the component that makes the weapon successful in its mission. You will be responsible for full-stack embedded development, including embedded code running on ARM-based microprocessors + hard processor cores (e.g. Microblaze, Nios) both in bare-metal and OS-based configurations, down to low-level driver software controlling hardware at the bus level, enabling rapid fielding of capability for the warfighter. This will require expertise in embedded Linux, modern C++ and/or Rust, ARM-based architectures, and hands-on comfort with RF/digital test equipment. If you are a self-directed engineer who thrives in fast-paced, small-team environments without spoon-feeding, and you want to develop technology that defends America tomorrow — not in 10 years — then this role is for you.What You'll DoDesign, develop, and deploy embedded software across the full stack — from application-level code on embedded processor cores down to drivers and low-level mechanisms controlling hardwareDevelop and maintain embedded Linux software for radar seeker systems using modern C++ and/or RustWrite device drivers and firmware that interface with hardware over SPI, I2C, UART, and other low-level buses for data transfer and peripheral controlPerform hardware-software integration, board bring-up, and debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and RF/digital test equipmentSpend significant time on-site at Anduril facilities (weeks at a time) supporting integration, field testing, and real-world validation of productsCollaborate closely with electrical, RF, firmware, and systems engineers to deliver fully functional productsTroubleshoot complex issues that span the electrical and software boundariesOperate autonomously within a small, fast-paced team — driving development from concept through deployment without hand-holdingRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fieldProfessional experience developing embedded software for production systemsStrong proficiency in modern C++ and/or RustDemonstrated expertise in embedded Linux developmentExperience with ARM processors and traditional microprocessor architecturesExperience writing device drivers and low-level software interfacing with hardware peripherals (SPI, I2C, UART, etc.)Hands-on competence with digital test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and debuggersSelf-directed working style with ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment with minimal oversightEligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearanceMust be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled informationPreferred QualificationsExperience with radar systems, signal processing, or RF sensing applicationsBackground in seeker development, missile/munitions systems, or other tactical defense productsExperience with RF test equipment such as VNAs, signal analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzersFamiliarity with bootloaders, Board Support Packages (BSP), and RTOS environmentsExperience with high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, JESD204)Comfort with typical C++ tooling (CMake, GDB, Valgrind, etc.) and CI/CD workflowsExperience with Python for test automation and scriptingFamiliarity with reproducible build systems such as Nix/NixOSBackground working at the hardware-software boundary (board bring-up, integration, field testing)Prior experience in defense, aerospace, or other high-reliability embedded domainsUS Salary Range$191,000 - $253,000 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: