Early Career Software Engineer
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, US
Recruiter: Anduril
Date posted: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Job Description:
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 centurys most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Andurils 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.
ABOUT THE JOB
We are looking for Software Engineers to join our rapidly growing team! We have positions open in Washington D.C. These roles are targeted to start on a quarterly basis beginning in 2026. 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 YOULL 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 completed a Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.3 months - 2 years of technical work to include technical internship and able to start full time in 2026.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. Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you are someone passionate to work on problems that matter, wed love to hear from you!
US Salary Range$130,000$135,000 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 developmentCommuter 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.
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