QA Engineer

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Irvine
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software QA Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing test plans, identifying software defects, and ensuring the overall quality of our products. WHAT YOU'LL DO Develop and execute manual and automated test plans, test cases, and test scripts for Software & Firmware products. Perform thorough functional, regression, and user acceptance testing Identify, document, and track software/firmware defects Collaborate with developers to debug issues and verify fixes Contribute to continuous improvement of testing methodologies REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 3 years of experience in software quality assurance Familiarity with agile development methodologies Testing in Linux and Windows environment Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Experience with Git and common platforms like Github or Bitbucket Experience with bug tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla) Strong debugging, analytical and creative problem-solving skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Aptitude for learning, Good documentation skills Ability to adapt & contribute to changing priorities. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Basic proficiency in Python Familiarity of automated testing frameworks such as Pytest Automated UI testing tools like Playwright or Selenium is a plus. Backend testing experience US Salary Range $86,000 - $114,000 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: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. 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. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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