Lead Embedded Linux Engineer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.
$210,000 - $240,000
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
4+ years of experience
AI · Robotics · Defense
This job posting may no longer be active. You may be interested in these related jobs instead:
Senior Software Engineer, Maritime

Senior Software Engineer role at Anduril Industries, developing autonomous maritime and air systems with a focus on embedded software and robotics.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer role at Anduril Industries, developing advanced unmanned systems for defense technology in Melbourne, Australia.

Sr. ASIC Design Verification Engineer, Kuiper Modem DV Team

Senior ASIC Design Verification Engineer role at Amazon's Project Kuiper, developing satellite communication systems with competitive compensation and benefits.

Structural Analysis Engineer, Structural Integrity and Analysis

Senior Structural Analysis Engineer position at Amazon's Project Kuiper, focusing on spacecraft structural integrity and analysis for satellite constellation development.

Hardware Reliability Engineer III, Reliability Engineering

Senior Hardware Reliability Engineer position at Amazon Lab126, focusing on consumer electronics reliability testing and analysis, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Description For Lead Embedded Linux Engineer

Anduril Industries, a cutting-edge defense technology company, is seeking a Lead Embedded Linux Engineer to join their Vehicle Autonomy team in Irvine, California. This role is part of the DeviceOS team, responsible for developing the operating system that powers Anduril's robotic systems for land, sea, and air applications. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in embedded Linux systems development and a strong interest in using Nix/NixOS.

Key responsibilities include board bring-up on embedded ARM boards, customizing vendor BSPs for NixOS systems, securing embedded Linux systems, and developing automated hardware-in-the-loop tests. The role requires expertise in C or Rust, with additional experience in C++, Python, Go, or Haskell being beneficial.

Anduril offers a competitive salary range of $210,000 - $240,000 USD, along with highly competitive equity grants. The company provides an extensive benefits package, including top-tier platinum healthcare coverage, generous paid leave, family planning support, mental health resources, and daily meals.

This position requires U.S. Person status due to the need to access export-controlled data. Additionally, candidates should be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. Anduril is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with recognized minorities, women, veterans, and disabilities.

Join Anduril's mission to transform military capabilities with advanced technology, working on cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation defense systems while working with a team of innovative professionals in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Last updated 7 months ago

Responsibilities For Lead Embedded Linux Engineer

  • Board bring-up on embedded ARM boards (device trees, bootloaders, kernel drivers, etc)
  • Customize vendor BSPs for use with NixOS systems
  • Help secure our embedded Linux systems
  • Develop and maintain automated hardware-in-the-loop tests to ensure proper functionality of Linux systems

Requirements For Lead Embedded Linux Engineer

Linux
Rust
Python
Go
  • 4-5 years of experience developing embedded Linux systems using Yocto, buildroot, or similar systems
  • Interest in using Nix/NixOS as an alternative to Yocto, buildroot, etc
  • Experience debugging and performing root cause investigations using hardware schematics and component datasheets
  • Experience with C or Rust
  • U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data

Benefits For Lead Embedded Linux Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
Mental Health Assistance
Education Budget
  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits: Top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) 100% covered for employee and 90% for dependents
  • Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered
  • Generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Professional development stipend
  • Daily Meals and Provisions
  • Company-funded commuter benefits
  • Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility)
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both traditional and Roth 401(k)

Interested in this job?