Optimization Software Engineer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company seeking a mid-level Software Engineer with a strong background in optimization to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will develop advanced algorithms and software solutions to tackle complex, multi-domain optimization problems critical to national defense and Anduril's autonomous systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in software development with a dedicated focus on optimization, algorithmic problem-solving, or operations research.
• Expert proficiency in Python for scientific computing and robust software development.
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of classical optimization algorithms (e.g., linear programming, mixed-integer linear programming, constraint programming, network flow, dynamic programming, heuristics, meta heuristics).
• Hands-on experience with optimization libraries and commercial/open-source solvers (e.g., SciPy Optimize, PuLP, CVXPY, Gurobi, CPLEX, OR-Tools, GEKKO). Experience with Gurobi is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you
• Life and disability insurance for all employees
• Generous time off
• Family Planning & Parenting Support
• Mental Health Resources
• Annual reimbursement for professional development
• Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region
• Relocation Assistance
• Retirement Savings Plan