Software Engineer, C++

About this role

Anduril Industries seeks experienced C++ Software Engineers to develop high-performance, low-latency software for defense technology systems. You'll design and optimize complex solutions while collaborating across engineering disciplines to support mission-critical operations powered by advanced AI and autonomous capabilities.

What you'll do

• Design and optimize high-performance, low-latency C++ software for critical defense applications
• Engineer scalable solutions addressing complex algorithmic challenges and memory management for real-time operations
• Collaborate with hardware and systems engineers to integrate C++ components across platforms
• Debug, test, and profile C++ code to resolve performance bottlenecks and ensure reliability
• Contribute across the full software development lifecycle from architecture through deployment

What they're looking for

• C++ (minimum 3 years professional experience)
• High-performance systems design and optimization
• Low-level systems understanding and algorithmic complexity
• Large codebase navigation and complex architecture comprehension
• Memory management and resource optimization
• Software debugging and profiling
• Computer Science or Software Engineering fundamentals

Benefits

• Competitive salary range $166,000–$220,000 USD
• Equity grants included in most full-time offers
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• Top-tier benefits package available at little to no cost