Software Engineer, Modeling and Simulation, Space

About the role

We are looking for a Software Engineer, Modeling and Simulation to join our rapidly growing team in Colorado Springs. In this role, you will be responsible for developing cutting-edge web and desktop applications used for "serious game" purposes such as wargames, experiments, and simulations. These tools support multiple customers and programs across defense and national security domains.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer requirements and design appropriate software solutions
• Develop and test application features, with supporting evaluation and documentation
• Contribute to game engine development across areas such as messaging and 3D graphics pipelines
• Collaborate with a team of engineers and manage individual project priorities and deliverables
• Optimize simulation performance and rendering pipelines to support real-time, large-scale scenarios with high entity counts
• Bridge simulation capabilities with Anduril’s operational software, enabling seamless transition from simulated training environments to real-world command and control

Requirements

• Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
• Track record of delivering production grade code in Python
• Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages and tools, including but not limited to: JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Python, Cython, C++, GLSL, OpenGL, WebAssembly, Three.JS, Git, GitHub
• Strong software engineering skills, including task and time management
• Self-starter and independent thinker
• Demonstrated capability to contribute to complex, multi-disciplinary engineering tasks
• Experience applying various software engineering and project tools, including version control; CI/CD workflows; and issue-based development tasks
• Experience in at least one of the following areas:
• Full-stack web application development
• Game or simulation engine development
• Computer graphics (OpenGL, DirectX, Vulkan)
• Model-Based Systems Engineering and Systems Modeling Language

Priorities

• Working proficiency and communication skills in verbal and written English
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Systems engineering experience, preferably with software development tasks
• Knowledge of or experience developing 3D graphics (WebGL/GLSL a plus)
• Experience with Docker and service-oriented architecture
• Experience building games or game engine architecture
• Familiarity with gaming, wargaming, or behavior modeling
• Experience working with the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community
• Experience performing technical analysis and presenting findings
• Willingness to travel or work at customer sites as needed

Pay

US Salary Range: $143,000 - $191,000 USD

Schedule

Full-time position

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.