Anduril Industries

2027 Early Career Software Engineer

Anduril Industries$112K — $149K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related field required.
  • Available for full-time work starting in 2027.
  • Knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and cloud infrastructure is essential.
  • Proficient in programming languages such as C++, Go, Rust, Java, and Python.
  • Motivated by working on software that creates real-world impact.
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to access to controlled information.

Responsibilities

  • Support software solutions for customers and stakeholders.
  • Write code to enhance product capabilities.
  • Collaborate with teams to plan, build, and test functionalities.
  • Create and analyze metrics for debugging and monitoring purposes.
  • Triage issues, investigate root causes, and coordinate resolutions.
  • Engage in meaningful projects while learning from seasoned professionals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package with minimal employee cost.
  • Support for health and recovery needs.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Access to top-tier benefits offered to full-time employees.
Full Job Description
While this exact role may not be open today, we are always looking ahead and want to connect with talented people like you for future opportunities. We will begin reviewing applications in August 2026 for positions starting in 2027. We highly encourage you to apply early to get a head start! By submitting your application today, you'll be on our radar, and an Anduril recruiter will reach out to you directly as soon as a matching role opens up.

We are looking for Software Engineers to join our rapidly growing team! We hire self-motivated people, those who hold a higher bar for themselves than anyone else could hold for them. If you are eager to solve tough problems, then this role might be for you!
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Support the software solutions that are deployed to customers and key stakeholders.
  • Write code to improve products and scale the mission capability to more customers.
  • Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality.
  • Create and analyze metrics that are leveraged for debugging and monitoring.
  • Triage issues, root cause failures, and coordinate next-steps.
  • Work on real, meaningful projects and learn from experienced professionals along the way.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be pursuing or have recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
  • Able to start full time in 2027.
  • Familiarity with algorithms, data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools.
  • Proficiency in a variety of programming languages such as C++, Go, Rust, Java, and Python.
  • A desire to work on software and applications that have real-world impact.
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Have a bias for action. If you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it.
  • Be naturally curious about the technologies and tools you use.
  • Low-ego, high ownership, and mission oriented.


US Salary Range

$112,000-$149,000 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:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that develops advanced systems for the military. The company was founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, Trae Stephens, and Matt Grimm, and has since grown to become a major player in the defense industry. Anduril's products include autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and other advanced technologies that are designed to enhance military capabilities. The company has received significant funding from investors and has partnerships with several major defense contractors. Anduril is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
Learn more about Anduril Industries
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2017

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