Motion Planning Engineer

Defense technology company transforming U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology, powered by AI-driven Lattice OS.
$138,000 - $207,000
Distributed Systems
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
AI · Robotics · Defense

Description For Motion Planning Engineer

Anduril Industries is seeking a Motion Planning Engineer to join their Mission Autonomy product team. This role focuses on developing autonomous systems for various robotic platforms, from high-end autonomous jets to underwater vehicles. The position requires expertise in C++ programming and motion planning for autonomous systems. The team builds and maintains three core components: a behavior tree execution framework, a motion planning library, and a tracking & fusion platform. The role involves working directly with users to understand problems, design solutions, and implement them effectively. The company offers a competitive salary range of $138,000 - $207,000 USD, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technology. The position requires U.S. Person status and ability to obtain security clearance, reflecting the sensitive nature of the work. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about autonomous systems and defense technology innovation.

Last updated 2 days ago

Responsibilities For Motion Planning Engineer

  • Be responsible for the full lifecycle development of software products from problem discovery to solution delivery
  • Maintain contextual awareness of technical architecture within engineering group
  • Maintain relationships with delivery teams or other engineering teams
  • Mentor and coach other engineers
  • Define software engineering practices
  • Balance short term business needs against long term product vision

Requirements For Motion Planning Engineer

Linux
  • Minimum 5 years of software engineering experience using C++ in a Linux development environment
  • Experience developing new motion planning solutions for autonomous vehicles or mobile robots
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information
  • Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Benefits For Motion Planning Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
401k
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance
  • Generous holiday calendar including December hiatus
  • 16 weeks paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Professional development stipend
  • Daily Meals and Provisions
  • Company-funded commuter benefits
  • Relocation assistance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan

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