Senior Data Scientist

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.

The Vehicle Autonomy (Robotics) team at Anduril develops aerial and ground-based robotic systems. The team is responsible for taking products like Ghost, Anvil, and our Sentry Tower from paper sketches to operational systems. We work in close coordination with specialist teams like Perception, Autonomy, and Manufacturing to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers. We are looking for software engineers and roboticists excited about creating a powerful robotics stack that includes computer vision, motion planning, SLAM, controls, estimation, and secure communications.

As a Data Scientist at Anduril, you will dive into unique, complex challenges that come with the territory of high-stakes, advanced technology in the defense sector. Your expertise will drive innovation in autonomous systems, shaping the future of defense and intelligence with solutions that are deployed at unparalleled speed. If you’re eager to leverage your data science skills in an environment that encourages bold ideas and offers the resources to turn them into reality, Anduril provides the perfect platform to propel your career and make a tangible difference in a world entering a new era of strategic competition. Join us and be part of the transformation that’s setting new standards for military capabilities and security.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Conduct in-depth data analysis using Python, MATLAB, and relevant tools to address complex problems, define key performance indicators for autonomous vehicle systems, and effectively communicate analytical insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, and fellow data scientists to apply advanced statistical techniques, informing strategic decisions and guiding the development of roadmaps for enhancing vehicle performance based on data-driven insights.
• Develop, optimize, and oversee autonomous vehicle data infrastructure, including the creation and management of software tools, data catalogs, and robust data pipelines that facilitate efficient data extraction, transformation, and delivery of high-quality data products for internal use and stakeholder presentation.
• Spearhead technical investigations to diagnose operational issues and analyze performance trends, providing leadership in the interpretation of data and formulation of solutions to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Design and implement analytics-driven customer-facing products that showcase system performance metrics, provide trend analysis, and enhance user understanding and experience with our autonomous vehicle platforms.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• A background in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field with a strong quantitative foundation.
• Demonstrated expertise in Python with a robust portfolio of projects showcasing the development, validation, and deployment of predictive models and data products. Proficiency with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Scikit-Learn is essential.
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux environments, including proficiency with the command line interface and the ability to efficiently manage and navigate distributed computing systems.
• Exceptional data visualization skills, with proficiency in using visualization tools (e.g., Plotly, Matplotlib, Seaborn) and business intelligence platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to translate complex data insights into accessible visual formats for diverse audiences.
• A proven track record of effectively working with large and complex datasets, as well as the capacity to quickly understand and work within established codebases and complex system architectures.
• A strong commitment to applying data science to solve real-world problems, with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable recommendations that have a tangible impact.
• Current US Person status (U.S. citizen or permanent resident) with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secret Clearance or higher. Prior clearance or experience working in secure environments is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, product managers, and non-technical stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of best practices in data governance, ethics, and privacy, as well as experience with data security and compliance requirements relevant to sensitive and classified information.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to mentor junior data scientists and lead project teams in the execution of complex data science initiatives.
• Experience working with terabyte-scale data, robotics data formats (e.g. MCAP, HDF5), and dataframes (e.g. Pandas, PySpark).

US Salary Range$168,000—$252,000 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 top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
  • 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!

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