Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack), Intelligence Systems
Anduril· AFS : Intelligence Systems Engineering
Reston, VA$191k - $253kfull-timePosted 7mo ago
About the role
Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack) to develop and maintain full-stack software solutions for Anduril Intelligence Systems in Reston, VA, focusing on UI, backend, database, performance optimization, and collaboration with program managers and tech leads for next-generation critical systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement full-stack software solutions, leveraging everything from UI frameworks to database queries.
- Maintain and update existing software systems.
- Actively contribute to software development for critical tasks as needed to meet deadlines.
- Adhere to software best practices and coding standards, review peer code, interact with revision control, maintain build processes, and perform testing.
- Triage issues and investigate root cause failures.
- Balance user requests/requirements with technical feasibility and long-term project goals.
- Mentor and provide expert technical guidance on approach, design, and scope to junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collaborate closely with program managers and technical leads to design next-generation critical systems, align strategic priorities, and accurately estimate project timelines.
Qualifications
- 5-8 years of experience in full-stack software development.
- Education or industry experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or comparable STEM fields.
- Demonstrated experience developing, deploying, and maintaining software within highly secure, resource-constrained, and/or air-gapped operational environments.
- Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases.
- Demonstrated proficiency in digesting and solving technical problems without significant oversight.
- Strong desire to contribute to a fast-paced, high-impact environment with a direct connection to national security missions.
- Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
Skills
Required:Full-stack developmentFrontend technologiesBackend technologiesSecurity-conscious developmentSystem design
Nice to have:Mentoring
Benefits
- US Salary Range $191,000—$253,000 USD
- Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers; part of total compensation package.
- Top-tier benefits for full-time employees (health, recovery, and other supports).
Last updated Sep 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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