Software Engineer, Intelligence Systems

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Columbia
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril Intelligence Systems (AIS) is focused on positioning Anduril as a lead provider of specialized engineering and next generation national security products for Intelligence Community (IC) customers and partners worldwide. We work with the IC and international partners to understand their requirements, shape their concepts of operation, and deliver exquisite capability across their problem set. We aim to develop and deploy critically needed capabilities that address our customers’ most pressing national security requirements. ABOUT THE JOB At Anduril, our Software Engineers are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting-edge solutions that redefine innovation. We are looking for experienced Software Engineers who will assist in driving, developing, and deploying unique Anduril products and capabilities to international customers. You'll dive into a diverse range of projects, partnering with brilliant minds across disciplines to engineer robust software systems that empower our mission-critical operations. We're seeking talented generalist software engineers on to contribute to projects that are shaping the future of defense. WHAT YOU’LL DO Develop and maintain distributed systems that underpin Anduril's advanced defense technology applications. Design and implement core infrastructure and platform services that enable other engineers to scale their output Build and maintain backend and web development frameworks and networking solutions Assist in developing Anduril capabilities for international partners/markets Integrate model/software/hardware-in-the-loop components using first and third-party technologies Collaborate with team members and partners in the autonomy domain Create technologies and processes that enable users to safely and rapidly develop and deploy autonomous systems at scale Participate in technical design reviews and system architecture discussions Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and data management solutions REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics 3 years working with a variety of programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, Rust, Go, JavaScript, etc. Experience building software solutions involving significant amounts of data processing and analysis Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases A desire to work on critical software that has a real-world impact Ability to travel up to 25% to both domestic and international locations, as needed Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience building or inventing something: an app, a website, game, or startup Professional software development lifecycle experience using tools such as version control, CI/CD systems, etc. Experience building scalable backend software systems with various data storage and processing requirements Experience with industry standard cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and software infrastructure fundamentals Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases Experience with modern build and deployment tooling (e.g., NixOS, Terraform) Experience designing complex software systems and iterating upon designs via technical design reviews Familiarity with industry standard monitoring, logging, and data management tools and best practices US Salary Range $166,000 - $220,000 USD The 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: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. 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