Director Software Engineering - Gaming

Director Software Engineering - Gaming

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.

About The Team

Our Warfighter Systems division is pioneering a future where mixed reality (MR), creates immersive, intuitive, and life-saving technologies. By seamlessly integrating real-time data with cutting-edge visualization tools, we are empowering warfighters with unparalleled situational awareness, enhanced training experiences, and operational superiority. This team is consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible, and shaping a future where technology and defense unite to protect our nation. Come join one of the strongest performing mixed reality teams in the industry, dedicated to revolutionizing experiences for the warfighter. You will develop and optimize advanced game development and game engine technologies that drive real-time simulation, immersive training, and critical mission planning capabilities. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills as you contribute to national defense initiatives while pushing the boundaries of mixed reality. You might be a fit for this role if:

• You recognize the performance gaps in existing game engines and want to lead the emergence of new 3D creation engines
• Recognize that AI is a major accelerator to the game creation process, and experimenting with emerging technologies and frameworks to revolutionize engine capabilities and user experiences excites you
• You believe the future of game engines should be highly modular, built on microservices and API's, allowing developers to assemble the right engine for the project at hand and quickly
• You obsess over technical advancement and what this means for game engines of the present and the future

What You Will Do

• Coordinate and manage the operational side of customer programs
• Work with one of the industries strongest mixed reality teams to change the landscape for MR on the frontlines and beyond
• Drive prototyping initiatives to experiment with revolutionary mixed reality concepts that set new industry standards
• Act as the technical advisor and visionary for a business line that is integral to Anduril's success
• Design, development, and enhance game engine components tailored for mixed reality applications
• Optimize rendering pipelines, physics simulations, and real-time interactions to deliver high-performance immersive experiences
• Collaborate with AR/VR specialists to integrate mixed reality sensors, displays, and spatial mapping capabilities
• Implement robust pipelines that transform raw sensor data into actionable, immersive visuals for the warfighter
• Partner with product managers, hardware engineers, and warfighter subject matter experts to translate mission requirements into practical, scalable solutions
• Mentor team members and foster best practices in code quality, performance testing, and game engineering architecture
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and frameworks within the game engine ecosystem

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in game development, computer graphics, or real-time simulation
• Strong proficiency in C++ or C# and familiarity with graphics APIs (DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan)
• Experience with shader programming and multi-threaded rendering pipelines
• Experience working in large codebases to solve complex problems in a matter of days and weeks, not months
• A track record of success in the gaming industry, with experience building and shipping code in a matter of days and weeks, not years
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross functionally with stakeholders and Executive leaders

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal if they have both AR/VR experience and working with DoD/Army
• Experience developing on console platforms
• Shipped at least one AAA game title in a similar role
• Understanding of immersive technologies and sensor integration is a plus
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in developing mixed reality or simulation applications

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 comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 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!