Perception Engineer, Imaging

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 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.

The Imaging team is responsible for tackling the most difficult problems involving computer vision, perception, electro‑optical, infrared, and sensor data. The team develops state‑of‑the‑art imaging systems across both hardware and software. Their products are deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies.

We are looking for a Staff Perception Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Lexington, MA. In this role, you will be responsible for developing algorithms that will push the outer boundary of performance of novel, airborne infrared imaging systems in all environments. You will maintain a deep understanding of our unique airborne sensors, and design, test and deploy image‑processing algorithms that help utilize these sensors to their greatest ability.

This will require hands‑on C++, Python, and image‑processing experience in a Linux environment. If you are someone who likes tackling complex technical problems involving computer vision and perception, this role is for you.

• Develop cutting‑edge image‑processing techniques for signal improvement, detection, and tracking on high bit‑depth, large‑format, airborne infrared sensors
• Work with mission operations, hardware, and software teams to understand and evaluate current system performance
• Develop and maintain physics‑based “digital twins” of our airborne sensor systems
• Establish engineering completion criteria and evaluation metrics for system performance, building tools for unit and integration tests
• Work with a multi‑disciplinary team on challenging problems in a fast‑paced environment

• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• 6+ years of professional software development experience
• Expertise with C++, Python, and Linux systems
• Focus on image‑processing, computer vision, or machine learning
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills and an ability to communicate ideas clearly
• Team‑player, self‑motivated, driven, organized
• Experience with software revision control
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on interdisciplinary teams
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience with infrared sensor systems

US Salary Range
: $191,000 — $253,000 USD

Benefits

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.

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