Senior Software Engineer, Data Science & Machine Learning

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 Tactical Recon and Strike (TRS) division at Anduril develops aerial small drones (Group 1-3) and all equipment to test, deploy and operate. The team is responsible for taking products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt and Altius from paper sketches to operational systems. We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers.
ABOUT THE JOB
As a Data Scientist at Anduril, you will dive into unique, complex challenges that come with the territory of high-stakes, advanced technology in the defense sector. Your expertise will drive innovation in autonomous systems, shaping the future of defense and intelligence with solutions that are deployed at unparalleled speed. If you're eager to leverage your data science skills in an environment that encourages bold ideas and offers the resources to turn them into reality, Anduril provides the perfect platform to propel your career and make a tangible difference in a world entering a new era of strategic competition. Join us and be part of the transformation that's setting new standards for military capabilities and security. This position will be located at our headquarters in Costa Mesa, CA (relocation benefits provided).
WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Conduct in-depth data analysis using Python, MATLAB, and relevant tools to address complex problems, define key performance indicators for autonomous vehicle systems, and effectively communicate analytical insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, and fellow data scientists to apply advanced statistical techniques, informing strategic decisions and guiding the development of roadmaps for enhancing vehicle performance based on data-driven insights.
• Develop, optimize, and oversee autonomous vehicle data infrastructure, including the creation and management of software tools, data catalogs, and robust data pipelines that facilitate efficient data extraction, transformation, and delivery of high-quality data products for internal use and stakeholder presentation.
• Spearhead technical investigations to diagnose operational issues and analyze performance trends, providing leadership in the interpretation of data and formulation of solutions to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Design and implement analytics-driven customer-facing products that showcase system performance metrics, provide trend analysis, and enhance user understanding and experience with our autonomous vehicle platforms.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A background in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field with a strong quantitative foundation.
• Demonstrated expertise in Python with a robust portfolio of projects showcasing the development, validation, and deployment of predictive models and data products. Proficiency with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Scikit-Learn is essential.
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux environments, including proficiency with the command line interface and the ability to efficiently manage and navigate distributed computing systems.
• Exceptional data visualization skills, with proficiency in using visualization tools (e.g., Plotly, Matplotlib, Seaborn) and business intelligence platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to translate complex data insights into accessible visual formats for diverse audiences.
• A proven track record of effectively working with large and complex datasets, as well as the capacity to quickly understand and work within established codebases and complex system architectures.
• A strong commitment to applying data science to solve real-world problems, with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable recommendations that have a tangible impact.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, product managers, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Must be open to 24/7 on-call work with customers.
• Must be open to 20% travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of best practices in data governance, ethics, and privacy, as well as experience with data security and compliance requirements relevant to sensitive and classified information.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to mentor junior data scientists and lead project teams in the execution of complex data science initiatives.
• Experience working with terabyte-scale data, robotics data formats (e.g. MCAP, HDF5), and dataframes (e.g. Pandas, PySpark).

US Salary Range $220,000-$292,000 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 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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