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.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Connected Warfare division builds systems to support global command and control missions. We create joint, time sensitive, multi domain, ubiquitous, connected mesh ecosystems. Our ecosystem enables connected warfare with disproportional impact by connecting every robot, human, and sensor in every domain, bringing together hundreds of thousands of end points across the globe. We are the substrate that provides the source of truth for time sensitive decision, effectively transforming the way that militaries close kills chains and enable mission autonomy.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Come join one of the strongest performing mixed reality teams in the industry, dedicated to revolutionizing experiences for the warfighter. You will develop and optimize advanced game development and game engine technologies that drive real-time simulation, immersive training, and critical mission planning capabilities. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills as you contribute to national defense initiatives while pushing the boundaries of mixed reality.
You might be a fit for this role if:
- You recognize the performance gaps in existing game engines and want to lead the emergence of new 3D creation engines
- Recognize that AI is a major accelerator to the game creation process, and experimenting with emerging technologies and frameworks to revolutionize engine capabilities and user experiences excites you
- You believe the future of game engines should be highly modular, built on microservices and API’s, allowing developers to assemble the right engine for the project at hand and quickly
- You obsess over technical advancement and what this means for game engines of the present and the future
- Work with one of the industries strongest mixed reality teams to change the landscape for MR on the frontlines and beyond
- Drive prototyping initiatives to experiment with revolutionary mixed reality concepts that set new industry standards
- Design, development, and enhance game engine components tailored for mixed reality applications
- Optimize rendering pipelines, physics simulations, and real-time interactions to deliver high-performance immersive experiences
- Collaborate with AR/VR specialists to integrate mixed reality sensors, displays, and spatial mapping capabilities
- Implement robust pipelines that transform raw sensor data into actionable, immersive visuals for the warfighter
- Partner with product managers, hardware engineers, and warfighter subject matter experts to translate mission requirements into practical, scalable solutions
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and frameworks within the game engine ecosystem
- 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 fields by May 2026
- 0-2+ years of experience in game development, computer graphics, or real-time simulation
- Strong proficiency in C++ or C# and familiarity with graphics APIs (DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan), as well as Unity or Unreal engine
- Familiarity with shader programming and multi-threaded rendering pipelines
- Familiarity working in large codebases to solve complex problems
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross functionally with stakeholders and Executive leaders
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
- Ideal if you have both AR/VR experience and working with DoD/Army
- Experience developing on console platforms
- Experience working with a AAA game title
- Understanding of immersive technologies and sensor integration is a plus
- Demonstrated experience or strong interest in developing mixed reality or simulation applications
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 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.
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.
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
Top Skills
Similar Jobs at Anduril
What you need to know about the Colorado Tech Scene
Key Facts About Colorado Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 260,000; 8.5% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Lockheed Martin, Century Link, Comcast, BAE Systems, Level 3
- Key Industries: Software, artificial intelligence, aerospace, e-commerce, fintech, healthtech
- Funding Landscape: $4.9 billion in VC funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Access Venture Partners, Ridgeline Ventures, Techstars, Blackhorn Ventures
- Research Centers and Universities: Colorado School of Mines, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver, Colorado State University, Mesa Laboratory, Space Science Institute, National Center for Atmospheric Research, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Gottlieb Institute
