Software Engineering Manager, Connected Warfare at Anduril Industries

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Dec, 25

Salary

294000.0

Posted On

19 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Engineering Management, Team Leadership, Agile Methodologies, Stakeholder Management, Software Quality Assurance, Process Improvement, Distributed Systems, Networked Applications, Robotics, Command and Control Systems, DevOps, CI/CD Practices, System Integration, Networking, Security, Technical Communication

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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 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 mission-critical systems that enable global command and control for time-sensitive, multi-domain operations. By fusing robotics, sensor networks, and advanced software, we create connected mesh ecosystems that empower our military partners with a comprehensive source of truth for rapid decision-making. Our Mission Command group is at the forefront of delivering software solutions that integrate seamlessly with hundreds of thousands of endpoints worldwide, ensuring operational superiority on a global scale. About the Job As the Engineering Manager for the Menace Platform group, you will lead a high-performing team that leverages cutting-edge technologies to deliver complex, high-impact software systems. You will be responsible for building the team’s culture, driving execution, and ensuring software quality and mission success. You’ll partner with cross-functional leadership—including seasoned engineers and product managers—to balance rapid delivery with robust, scalable architecture, always anchoring decisions in the realities of connected warfare. A Note on This Role: This is an Engineering Manager role focused on people, process, and project leadership—not a technical architect position. While technical excellence remains a priority, your primary emphasis will be on team development, operational execution, and stakeholder management. Your technical leads and senior engineers will drive system design and implementation, while you cultivate an environment where they and the entire team excel. What You’ll Do Lead & Mentor: Manage and grow a team of 10–15 engineers, fostering a high-performance, high-integrity culture focused on mission-critical delivery and rapid iteration. Strategic Partnership: Collaborate closely with product, mission systems, and technical leadership to define team objectives, prioritize work streams, and align with broader Connected Warfare initiatives. Drive Execution: Ensure the timely and reliable delivery of complex software projects by removing impediments, providing the necessary resources, and promoting agile methodologies. Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary conduit between your team and senior leadership, communicating status updates, managing expectations, and advocating for your team’s needs. Quality & Process Ownership: Champion best practices in software design, code reviews, testing, and CI/CD processes to ensure robust, scalable, and maintainable systems that are mission-ready. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with technical peers and other teams to support system integration, resolve technical challenges, and continuously improve operational workflows. People Development: Invest in the professional growth of your team through coaching, feedback, and structured career development plans. Cultivate a “whatever it takes” mindset and promote extreme ownership. Operational Insight: Occasionally travel (up to 10% of the time) to work alongside teammates and observe systems in real-world operational settings, ensuring that software solutions address actual field challenges. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience as a software engineering manager, with a proven record of building and leading high-performing teams. 8+ years of hands-on software development experience, demonstrating a strong technical foundation in distributed systems, networked applications, or related fields. Successful track record of delivering complex software projects under tight deadlines while managing stakeholder relationships in a matrixed organization. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and develop talented engineers. Expertise in agile development methodologies and process improvement. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Experience managing teams in mission-critical domains such as command and control, robotics, or defense applications. Familiarity with modern DevOps and CI/CD practices. Background in developing software for distributed systems and connected ecosystems. Experience working within or closely with multi-domain operation teams. A deep understanding of networking, security, and system integration challenges in high-stakes environments. US Salary Range $196,000—$294,000 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: Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents. For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril. Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents. Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans. 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well. A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians. Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens. Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region. Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility). 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only) 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. Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you! To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of engineers to deliver complex software systems while fostering a high-performance culture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery and maintain software quality standards.