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Lead Research Engineer

Anduril Industries is a pioneering defense technology company focused on advancing U.S. and allied military capabilities through cutting-edge AI, autonomy, and robotics. The Air Dominance & Strike team develops next-generation aerial robotic systems and autonomy software. They are seeking a Lead Research Engineer to innovate autonomous vehicle technologies using deep learning and reinforcement learning to push autonomous mobility boundaries.

Skills

  • Expertise in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX.
  • Strong programming skills in Python; familiarity with C/C++ is advantageous.
  • Experience developing and deploying machine learning models for complex autonomous systems.
  • Knowledge of reinforcement learning methods applied to autonomous vehicles.
  • Ability to work within simulation or real-world validation environments.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement deep learning and reinforcement learning algorithms to improve perception, prediction, and decision-making for autonomous vehicles.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research prototypes into production-ready systems and simulation environments.
  • Conduct research and experimentation on reinforcement learning strategies and deep architectures, rigorously evaluating performance.
  • Leverage real-world and synthetic data to enhance model robustness and generalizability using scalable training pipelines.

Education

  • PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Machine Learning, or related fields, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive platinum healthcare: medical, dental, vision plans at minimal or no cost.
  • Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance fully covered.
  • Generous PTO including holiday hiatus and paid caregiver & wellness leave.
  • Family planning support including fertility, adoption, and gestational carrier coverage.
  • Mental health resources available 24/7 with therapy and coaching.
  • Professional development stipend and daily meals at many offices.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits and relocation assistance where eligible.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan available for U.S. employees.
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Founded in 2017, based out of Irvine, California, Anduril is a defense technology company that builds creative cost-effective products to aid those serving on the front lines of national security. By listening to the national security community, A...

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