Senior Software Engineer, State Estimation & Mapping

About the position

We are seeking an experienced State Estimation & Mapping Engineer with a strong background in robotics or aerial systems to join our growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. Anduril is developing software at the intersection of computer vision, sensor fusion, and machine learning. In this role you will be bringing together data from robots, cameras, LIDAR, and other sources into a single combined 3D operational map which enables both autonomous systems and end users to complete their missions with enhanced situational awareness. We develop cutting edge software for autonomous planning, navigation, and decision-making by having sensors and systems that work together to improve over time.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust and efficient C++ or Rust software for real-time sensor fusion, state estimation, mapping, and tracking.
• Develop and implement advanced structure-from-motion and SLAM algorithms to create accurate 3D models from multiple sensor inputs.
• Integrate with path planning teams to enable autonomous navigation in complex, unstructured environments.
• Design experiments, conduct data analysis and performance evaluation to validate and improve system capabilities.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Work with vendors and government stakeholders to advance the state-of-the-art in perception and world modeling for autonomous aerial systems.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in estimation, localization and mapping technology.
• Write clear and maintainable code with comprehensive documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Requirements

• BS in Robotics, Computer Science, Applied Math, Physics, or related field.
• Proficiency in production-grade Modern C++ software development.
• Experience implementing and integrating state-of-the-art mapping and localization techniques for autonomous systems.
• Strong understanding of 3D computer vision concepts, including multi-view geometry, camera models, photogrammetry, and 3D reconstruction techniques.
• Strong communication skill and the ability to take large problems and break them down into actionable parts.
• Eligible to obtain and hold a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Travel up to 25%.

Nice-to-haves

• MS or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Applied Math, Physics, or related field.
• Experience with Python or Rust software development.
• Experience processing sensor measurements from LIDAR, Electro-Optical sensors, Radar, or RF sensors.
• Experience processing sensor measurements from Inertial Measurement Units.
• Experience with sensor characterization and modeling.
• Familiarity with classical and contemporary approaches for state estimation and tracking (e.g. Kalman Filter, EKF, Particle Filter).
• Familiarity with non-linear optimization frameworks like Ceres, GTSAM, etc.
• Experience with perception and mapping systems for aerial robotics or unmanned systems.
• Experience with multi-dimensional data structures for 3D data storage and collision-checking.
• Experience in Linux and modern software development tooling.
• Experience with CUDA and NVIDIA ecosystem.

Benefits

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
• For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)