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  Software Engineer- San Diego (R3455)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - San Diego

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  As a Platform Software Engineer on the Hivemind Forge team, you will shape the infrastructure and tools enabling the development of advanced autonomy systems. You will contribute to the design of intuitive web applications, robust APIs, and developer-friendly SDKs that empower autonomy engineers to create, refine, and deploy Hivemind’s capabilities in both simulated and real-world environments. We seek engineers with a passion for building scalable, high-performance solutions and the technical expertise to deliver exceptional user experiences.What You'll Do: Design and implement robust data models and database architectures to support distributed systems. Develop scalable backend services and APIs to power Forge’s infrastructure and tooling. Build systems for virtualization, containerization, and orchestration, ensuring optimal performance across cloud, on-premises, and local environments. Architect and deploy resilient infrastructure for managing high-throughput data pipelines and complex simulation workloads. Design and implement networked systems, integrating advanced protocols and middleware to enable seamless communication across autonomous agents and backend systems. Contribute to tools and infrastructure that support secure, efficient deployment of Forge on varied hardware platforms. Create and maintain clear, detailed documentation for internal and external users of Forge’s platform capabilities. Required Qualifications: 8-15 + years of experience designing and delivering production-grade, scalable software systems. Advanced proficiency with Golang and Python for systems programming and backend development. 3+ years of experience with cloud computing platforms, container orchestration, and virtualization technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, VMware). Expertise in designing and optimizing relational databases, data models, and high-throughput pipelines. Strong understanding of network protocols (e.g., UDP, TCP) and hands-on experience with building distributed networked applications. Familiarity with systems programming concepts such as concurrency, performance optimization, and resource management. Experience deploying secure, reliable infrastructure in hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. BS/MS in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Proven ability to work collaboratively, mentor team members, and deliver results in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Helm charts and automated infrastructure deployment tools. Familiarity with tools for low-level network analysis and debugging, such as Wireshark or Serf. Knowledge of CUE for configuration management and schema validation. Experience with virtualization platforms and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environments. Background in aerospace, defense, or another highly regulated industry with a focus on secure and compliant software practices. Proficiency in additional systems-level programming languages such as C++ or Rust. Hands-on experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and canary deployments. 
  
  Principal- $222,000-$333,000Senior Staff-$185,000-$278,000Staff- $156,000-$235,000#LI-KC1 #LE
  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Senior Engineer, Software - Perception (R3771)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - Washington

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  This position is ideal for an individual who thrives on building advanced perception systems that enable autonomous aircraft to operate effectively in complex and contested environments. A successful candidate will be skilled in developing real-time object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation algorithms using data from diverse mission sensors such as EO/IR cameras, radars, and IMUs. The role requires strong algorithmic thinking, deep familiarity with airborne sensing systems, and the ability to deliver performant software in simulation and real-world conditions. 
  Shield AI is committed to developing cutting-edge autonomy for unmanned aircraft operating across all Department of Defense (DoD) domains, including air, sea, and land. Our Perception Engineers are instrumental in creating the situational awareness that underpins autonomy, ensuring our systems understand and respond to the operational environment with speed, precision, and resilience.What you'll do: Develop advanced perception algorithms — Design and implement robust algorithms for object detection, classification, and multi-target tracking across diverse sensor modalities.Implement sensor fusion frameworks — Integrate data from vision systems, radars, and other mission sensors using probabilistic and deterministic fusion techniques to generate accurate situational awareness.Develop state estimation capabilities — Design and refine algorithms for localization and pose estimation using IMU, GPS, vision, and other onboard sensing inputs to enable stable and accurate navigation.Analyze and utilize sensor ICDs — Interpret interface control documents (ICDs) and technical specifications for aircraft-mounted sensors to ensure correct data handling, interpretation, and synchronization.Optimize perception performance — Tune and evaluate perception pipelines for performance, robustness, and real-time efficiency in both simulation and real-world environments.Support autonomy integration — Work closely with autonomy, systems, and integration teams to interface perception outputs with planning, behaviors, and decision-making modules.Validate in simulated and operational settings — Leverage synthetic data, simulation environments, and field testing to validate algorithm accuracy and mission readiness.Collaborate with hardware and sensor teams — Ensure seamless integration of perception algorithms with onboard compute platforms and diverse sensor payloads.Drive innovation in airborne sensing — Contribute novel ideas and state-of-the-art techniques to advance real-time perception capabilities for unmanned aircraft operating in complex, GPS-denied, or contested environments.Travel Requirement – Members of this team typically travel around 10-15% of the year (to different office locations, customer sites, and flight integration events).Required Qualifications: BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and/or similar degree, or equivalent practical experience Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 4 years and a Master’s degree; or 2 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience. Background in implementing algorithms such as Kalman Filters, multi-target tracking, or deep learning-based detection models.Familiarity with fusing data from radar, EO/IR cameras, or other sensors using probabilistic or rule-based approaches.Familiarity with SLAM, visual-inertial odometry, or sensor-fused localization approaches in real-time applications.Ability to interpret and work with Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and hardware integration specs.Proficiency with version control, debugging, and test-driven development in cross-functional teams.Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Hands-on integration or algorithm development with airborne sensing systems.Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or Tensorflow, particularly for vision-based object detection or classification tasks.Experience deploying perception software on SWaP-constrained platforms.Familiarity with validating perception systems during flight test events or operational environments.Understanding of sensing challenges in denied or degraded conditions.Exposure to perception applications across air, maritime, and ground platforms.#LI-ED1#LC
  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Staff Engineer, Software - Perception (R3771)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - Washington

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  This position is ideal for an individual who thrives on building advanced perception systems that enable autonomous aircraft to operate effectively in complex and contested environments. A successful candidate will be skilled in developing real-time object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation algorithms using data from diverse mission sensors such as EO/IR cameras, radars, and IMUs. The role requires strong algorithmic thinking, deep familiarity with airborne sensing systems, and the ability to deliver performant software in simulation and real-world conditions. 
  Shield AI is committed to developing cutting-edge autonomy for unmanned aircraft operating across all Department of Defense (DoD) domains, including air, sea, and land. Our Perception Engineers are instrumental in creating the situational awareness that underpins autonomy, ensuring our systems understand and respond to the operational environment with speed, precision, and resilience.What you'll do: Develop advanced perception algorithms — Design and implement robust algorithms for object detection, classification, and multi-target tracking across diverse sensor modalities.Implement sensor fusion frameworks — Integrate data from vision systems, radars, and other mission sensors using probabilistic and deterministic fusion techniques to generate accurate situational awareness.Develop state estimation capabilities — Design and refine algorithms for localization and pose estimation using IMU, GPS, vision, and other onboard sensing inputs to enable stable and accurate navigation.Analyze and utilize sensor ICDs — Interpret interface control documents (ICDs) and technical specifications for aircraft-mounted sensors to ensure correct data handling, interpretation, and synchronization.Optimize perception performance — Tune and evaluate perception pipelines for performance, robustness, and real-time efficiency in both simulation and real-world environments.Support autonomy integration — Work closely with autonomy, systems, and integration teams to interface perception outputs with planning, behaviors, and decision-making modules.Validate in simulated and operational settings — Leverage synthetic data, simulation environments, and field testing to validate algorithm accuracy and mission readiness.Collaborate with hardware and sensor teams — Ensure seamless integration of perception algorithms with onboard compute platforms and diverse sensor payloads.Drive innovation in airborne sensing — Contribute novel ideas and state-of-the-art techniques to advance real-time perception capabilities for unmanned aircraft operating in complex, GPS-denied, or contested environments.Travel Requirement – Members of this team typically travel around 10-15% of the year (to different office locations, customer sites, and flight integration events).Required Qualifications: BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and/or similar degree, or equivalent practical experience Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a Master’s degree; or 4 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience. Background in implementing algorithms such as Kalman Filters, multi-target tracking, or deep learning-based detection models.Familiarity with fusing data from radar, EO/IR cameras, or other sensors using probabilistic or rule-based approaches.Familiarity with SLAM, visual-inertial odometry, or sensor-fused localization approaches in real-time applications.Ability to interpret and work with Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and hardware integration specs.Proficiency with version control, debugging, and test-driven development in cross-functional teams.Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Hands-on integration or algorithm development with airborne sensing systems.Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or Tensorflow, particularly for vision-based object detection or classification tasks.Experience deploying perception software on SWaP-constrained platforms.Familiarity with validating perception systems during flight test events or operational environments.Understanding of sensing challenges in denied or degraded conditions.Exposure to perception applications across air, maritime, and ground platforms.#LI-ED1#LD
  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Senior Engineer, Software - Perception (R3771)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - San Diego

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  This position is ideal for an individual who thrives on building advanced perception systems that enable autonomous aircraft to operate effectively in complex and contested environments. A successful candidate will be skilled in developing real-time object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation algorithms using data from diverse mission sensors such as EO/IR cameras, radars, and IMUs. The role requires strong algorithmic thinking, deep familiarity with airborne sensing systems, and the ability to deliver performant software in simulation and real-world conditions. 
  Shield AI is committed to developing cutting-edge autonomy for unmanned aircraft operating across all Department of Defense (DoD) domains, including air, sea, and land. Our Perception Engineers are instrumental in creating the situational awareness that underpins autonomy, ensuring our systems understand and respond to the operational environment with speed, precision, and resilience.What you'll do: Develop advanced perception algorithms — Design and implement robust algorithms for object detection, classification, and multi-target tracking across diverse sensor modalities.Implement sensor fusion frameworks — Integrate data from vision systems, radars, and other mission sensors using probabilistic and deterministic fusion techniques to generate accurate situational awareness.Develop state estimation capabilities — Design and refine algorithms for localization and pose estimation using IMU, GPS, vision, and other onboard sensing inputs to enable stable and accurate navigation.Analyze and utilize sensor ICDs — Interpret interface control documents (ICDs) and technical specifications for aircraft-mounted sensors to ensure correct data handling, interpretation, and synchronization.Optimize perception performance — Tune and evaluate perception pipelines for performance, robustness, and real-time efficiency in both simulation and real-world environments.Support autonomy integration — Work closely with autonomy, systems, and integration teams to interface perception outputs with planning, behaviors, and decision-making modules.Validate in simulated and operational settings — Leverage synthetic data, simulation environments, and field testing to validate algorithm accuracy and mission readiness.Collaborate with hardware and sensor teams — Ensure seamless integration of perception algorithms with onboard compute platforms and diverse sensor payloads.Drive innovation in airborne sensing — Contribute novel ideas and state-of-the-art techniques to advance real-time perception capabilities for unmanned aircraft operating in complex, GPS-denied, or contested environments.Travel Requirement – Members of this team typically travel around 10-15% of the year (to different office locations, customer sites, and flight integration events).Required Qualifications: BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and/or similar degree, or equivalent practical experience Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 4 years and a Master’s degree; or 2 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience. Background in implementing algorithms such as Kalman Filters, multi-target tracking, or deep learning-based detection models.Familiarity with fusing data from radar, EO/IR cameras, or other sensors using probabilistic or rule-based approaches.Familiarity with SLAM, visual-inertial odometry, or sensor-fused localization approaches in real-time applications.Ability to interpret and work with Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and hardware integration specs.Proficiency with version control, debugging, and test-driven development in cross-functional teams.Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Hands-on integration or algorithm development with airborne sensing systems.Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or Tensorflow, particularly for vision-based object detection or classification tasks.Experience deploying perception software on SWaP-constrained platforms.Familiarity with validating perception systems during flight test events or operational environments.Understanding of sensing challenges in denied or degraded conditions.Exposure to perception applications across air, maritime, and ground platforms.#LI-ED1#LC
  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Staff Engineer, Software - Perception (R3771)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - San Diego

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  This position is ideal for an individual who thrives on building advanced perception systems that enable autonomous aircraft to operate effectively in complex and contested environments. A successful candidate will be skilled in developing real-time object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation algorithms using data from diverse mission sensors such as EO/IR cameras, radars, and IMUs. The role requires strong algorithmic thinking, deep familiarity with airborne sensing systems, and the ability to deliver performant software in simulation and real-world conditions. 
  Shield AI is committed to developing cutting-edge autonomy for unmanned aircraft operating across all Department of Defense (DoD) domains, including air, sea, and land. Our Perception Engineers are instrumental in creating the situational awareness that underpins autonomy, ensuring our systems understand and respond to the operational environment with speed, precision, and resilience.What you'll do: Develop advanced perception algorithms — Design and implement robust algorithms for object detection, classification, and multi-target tracking across diverse sensor modalities.Implement sensor fusion frameworks — Integrate data from vision systems, radars, and other mission sensors using probabilistic and deterministic fusion techniques to generate accurate situational awareness.Develop state estimation capabilities — Design and refine algorithms for localization and pose estimation using IMU, GPS, vision, and other onboard sensing inputs to enable stable and accurate navigation.Analyze and utilize sensor ICDs — Interpret interface control documents (ICDs) and technical specifications for aircraft-mounted sensors to ensure correct data handling, interpretation, and synchronization.Optimize perception performance — Tune and evaluate perception pipelines for performance, robustness, and real-time efficiency in both simulation and real-world environments.Support autonomy integration — Work closely with autonomy, systems, and integration teams to interface perception outputs with planning, behaviors, and decision-making modules.Validate in simulated and operational settings — Leverage synthetic data, simulation environments, and field testing to validate algorithm accuracy and mission readiness.Collaborate with hardware and sensor teams — Ensure seamless integration of perception algorithms with onboard compute platforms and diverse sensor payloads.Drive innovation in airborne sensing — Contribute novel ideas and state-of-the-art techniques to advance real-time perception capabilities for unmanned aircraft operating in complex, GPS-denied, or contested environments.Travel Requirement – Members of this team typically travel around 10-15% of the year (to different office locations, customer sites, and flight integration events).Required Qualifications: BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and/or similar degree, or equivalent practical experience Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a Master’s degree; or 4 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience. Background in implementing algorithms such as Kalman Filters, multi-target tracking, or deep learning-based detection models.Familiarity with fusing data from radar, EO/IR cameras, or other sensors using probabilistic or rule-based approaches.Familiarity with SLAM, visual-inertial odometry, or sensor-fused localization approaches in real-time applications.Ability to interpret and work with Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and hardware integration specs.Proficiency with version control, debugging, and test-driven development in cross-functional teams.Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Hands-on integration or algorithm development with airborne sensing systems.Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or Tensorflow, particularly for vision-based object detection or classification tasks.Experience deploying perception software on SWaP-constrained platforms.Familiarity with validating perception systems during flight test events or operational environments.Understanding of sensing challenges in denied or degraded conditions.Exposure to perception applications across air, maritime, and ground platforms.#LI-ED1#LD
  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Staff Software Engineer, Simulation (R3249)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - Dallas

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  The Aircraft Software Test & Automation team is an ambitious, driven group of engineers focused on testing complex aircraft software integrated onto vehicles and various hardware systems. The team is a cross-discipline group of test engineers, software developers, integration experts, and more; working closely with our Embedded, GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Controls), and System Test teams, the Software Test & Automation team is chartered to provide (1) rigorous, but fast testing and (2) an advanced, robust development & test infrastructure for all aircraft software. Shield AI is building groundbreaking autonomous aircraft technologies, this team provides the complex testing & innovative capabilities required to get us there.
  As a Software Simulation Lead, you will be responsible for improving and scaling our simulation capabilities for the V-BAT and future aircraft. You will design, resource, manage, build and integrate tooling across our various engineering teams (e.g. Aerodynamics, GNC, Propulsion, etc.) to enable efficient and scalable simulation workflows. Your simulation solutions will be a key development tool for other engineers and also a critical gate in our release process.WHAT YOU'LL DO:Design, develop, and optimize high-performance simulation frameworks. Align needs and priorities across many teams and disciplines Manager and lead a small team of specialized simulation engineer in multiple locations.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, autonomy engineers, and aerodynamics engineers, to ensure the simulation accurately reflects real-world conditions. Integrate basic physics principles into simulations to enhance realism and accuracy. Conduct testing and validation of simulation frameworks to ensure performance and reliability. Stay updated with the latest advancements in simulation technologies and apply them to our systems.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:BS in Computer Science or related engineering field with 8+ years of professional experience.2+ years of experience leading engineering teams or projects.Passion for simulation and testing with the goal of ensuring safety and reliability at scale.Experience building simulation within DevOps environments in addition to experince with DevOps tools and infrastructure.Interest in aerospace and autonomous vehicles. Strong foundation in modern C++, including a deep understanding of memory management, performance optimization, and debugging. Experience with robotics concepts, including node-based architectures such as ROS or similar middleware frameworks. Foundational knowledge of statistics and its application in software development, testing, and data analysis. Experience building and compiling code in complex software environments, including debugging build errors and managing dependencies. Solid understanding of mathematics (especially linear algebra) and foundational physics, with the ability to interpret technical papers and algorithms effectively. Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow in a collaborative team environment, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and communication.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and/or containerised application developmentFamiliarity with rigid body dynamics (e.g. Euler’s equations, quaternions), aerodynamics, propulsion systems, etc. Experience with Python 3 and data science frameworks (e.g. NumPy, Pandas, Dagster) Experience with robotics concepts, including node-based architectures such as ROS or similar middleware frameworks.
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  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Staff Software Engineer, Simulation (R3249)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - San Diego

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  The Aircraft Software Test & Automation team is an ambitious, driven group of engineers focused on testing complex aircraft software integrated onto vehicles and various hardware systems. The team is a cross-discipline group of test engineers, software developers, integration experts, and more; working closely with our Embedded, GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Controls), and System Test teams, the Software Test & Automation team is chartered to provide (1) rigorous, but fast testing and (2) an advanced, robust development & test infrastructure for all aircraft software. Shield AI is building groundbreaking autonomous aircraft technologies, this team provides the complex testing & innovative capabilities required to get us there.
  As a Software Simulation Lead, you will be responsible for improving and scaling our simulation capabilities for the V-BAT and future aircraft. You will design, resource, manage, build and integrate tooling across our various engineering teams (e.g. Aerodynamics, GNC, Propulsion, etc.) to enable efficient and scalable simulation workflows. Your simulation solutions will be a key development tool for other engineers and also a critical gate in our release process.WHAT YOU'LL DO:Design, develop, and optimize high-performance simulation frameworks. Align needs and priorities across many teams and disciplines Manager and lead a small team of specialized simulation engineer in multiple locations.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, autonomy engineers, and aerodynamics engineers, to ensure the simulation accurately reflects real-world conditions. Integrate basic physics principles into simulations to enhance realism and accuracy. Conduct testing and validation of simulation frameworks to ensure performance and reliability. Stay updated with the latest advancements in simulation technologies and apply them to our systems.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:BS in Computer Science or related engineering field with 8+ years of professional experience.2+ years of experience leading engineering teams or projects.Passion for simulation and testing with the goal of ensuring safety and reliability at scale.Experience building simulation within DevOps environments in addition to experince with DevOps tools and infrastructure.Interest in aerospace and autonomous vehicles. Strong foundation in modern C++, including a deep understanding of memory management, performance optimization, and debugging. Experience with robotics concepts, including node-based architectures such as ROS or similar middleware frameworks. Foundational knowledge of statistics and its application in software development, testing, and data analysis. Experience building and compiling code in complex software environments, including debugging build errors and managing dependencies. Solid understanding of mathematics (especially linear algebra) and foundational physics, with the ability to interpret technical papers and algorithms effectively. Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow in a collaborative team environment, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and communication.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and/or containerised application developmentFamiliarity with rigid body dynamics (e.g. Euler’s equations, quaternions), aerodynamics, propulsion systems, etc. Experience with Python 3 and data science frameworks (e.g. NumPy, Pandas, Dagster) Experience with robotics concepts, including node-based architectures such as ROS or similar middleware frameworks.
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  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Perception Software Engineer (C++) (R3554)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - Washington

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  Job Description:As a senior member within the Hivemind perception team, you will join an ambitious effort to bring autonomy to the world through the rapid design, development, integration, test, and deployment of extensible software solutions to enable GPS-denied navigation, computer vision, object detection & tracking, and sensor fusion on autonomous platforms. You will bring a deep understanding of optimal state estimation, computer vision, sensor integration, data fusion, statistical inference, and dynamics modeling as well as a wealth of professional experience developing software using modern C++ (11 or greater) to this role.  What you'll do:Enhance the perception capabilities offered in the Hivemind Software Development Kit (SDK) productServe as the technical conscience of one or more core disciplines within the field of robot perception or localizationDevelop state of the art algorithms relevant to GPS-denied navigation, SLAM, object detection & tracking, and sensor fusion across several operational domains (air, land, maritime, space) Write production-quality software in C++ that will be deployed to high-reliability UAS’s, ensuring robustness, efficiency, and scalabilityDevelop and maintain comprehensive unit, integration, and system tests to validate your software  Lead the planning and execution of design reviews to introduce new perception capabilities into the Hivemind SDK product  Create and enhance sensor models within a state-of-the-art simulation environment Elevate the performance of high-caliber, agile scrum teams by driving clarity and technical rigor into their feature delivery processes   Mentor and guide peers and less experienced engineers, fostering technical excellence and high standards across the teamWork in a fast-paced, collaborative, continuous development environment, enhancing analysis and performance benchmarking capabilities Required Qualifications:M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science or a related field;  Minimum 2+ years of related professional work experience if you have an M.S degree or 0 years if you have a new Ph.D graduate.3+ years of active software development experience using modern versions of C++ (11 or above) Proven expertise in object-oriented software design principles and their practical implementationExperience with robotics perception and localization algorithms and frameworks, including object detection and tracking, simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), optimal state estimation (KF, EKF, UKF, factor graphs), and sensor fusion   Strong Git and Linux development skills along with modern software development practices (e.g., CI/CD, test-driven development)Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality software to meet product design requirements under accelerated delivery schedulesPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with or developing software under DO-178C or similar safety-critical software standards Experience modeling and integrating sensors related to perception and localization with production software (E.g., IMUs, barometers, magnetometers, RGB cameras, infrared sensors, radars, ladars, etc.)A strong record of technical leadership supporting product-oriented R&D efforts relevant to autonomy, aerospace, military, or robotics applications
  Eng 2: $131,000-$197,000Senior: $160,000-$240,000Staff: $187,000-$281,000#LB#LI-ED1
  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Perception Software Engineer (C++) (R3554)  

  Shield AI

  full_time - San Diego

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  Job Description:As a senior member within the Hivemind perception team, you will join an ambitious effort to bring autonomy to the world through the rapid design, development, integration, test, and deployment of extensible software solutions to enable GPS-denied navigation, computer vision, object detection & tracking, and sensor fusion on autonomous platforms. You will bring a deep understanding of optimal state estimation, computer vision, sensor integration, data fusion, statistical inference, and dynamics modeling as well as a wealth of professional experience developing software using modern C++ (11 or greater) to this role.  What you'll do:Enhance the perception capabilities offered in the Hivemind Software Development Kit (SDK) productServe as the technical conscience of one or more core disciplines within the field of robot perception or localizationDevelop state of the art algorithms relevant to GPS-denied navigation, SLAM, object detection & tracking, and sensor fusion across several operational domains (air, land, maritime, space) Write production-quality software in C++ that will be deployed to high-reliability UAS’s, ensuring robustness, efficiency, and scalabilityDevelop and maintain comprehensive unit, integration, and system tests to validate your software  Lead the planning and execution of design reviews to introduce new perception capabilities into the Hivemind SDK product  Create and enhance sensor models within a state-of-the-art simulation environment Elevate the performance of high-caliber, agile scrum teams by driving clarity and technical rigor into their feature delivery processes   Mentor and guide peers and less experienced engineers, fostering technical excellence and high standards across the teamWork in a fast-paced, collaborative, continuous development environment, enhancing analysis and performance benchmarking capabilities Required Qualifications:M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science or a related field;  Minimum 2+ years of related professional work experience if you have an M.S degree or 0 years if you have a new Ph.D graduate.3+ years of active software development experience using modern versions of C++ (11 or above) Proven expertise in object-oriented software design principles and their practical implementationExperience with robotics perception and localization algorithms and frameworks, including object detection and tracking, simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), optimal state estimation (KF, EKF, UKF, factor graphs), and sensor fusion   Strong Git and Linux development skills along with modern software development practices (e.g., CI/CD, test-driven development)Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality software to meet product design requirements under accelerated delivery schedulesPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with or developing software under DO-178C or similar safety-critical software standards Experience modeling and integrating sensors related to perception and localization with production software (E.g., IMUs, barometers, magnetometers, RGB cameras, infrared sensors, radars, ladars, etc.)A strong record of technical leadership supporting product-oriented R&D efforts relevant to autonomy, aerospace, military, or robotics applications
  Eng 2: $131,000-$197,000Senior: $160,000-$240,000Staff: $187,000-$281,000#LB#LI-ED1
  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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  Ground Control Station (GCS) Software Engineer  

  Shield AI

  full_time - San Diego

  Posted: 05/11/2025

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-... Read More

  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 
  Job Description:We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our team developing next-generation Ground Control Station (GCS) applications for unmanned aerial systems (UAS). This role is ideal for engineers with a strong foundation in real-time, performance-sensitive software who also bring experience with modern web technologies. 
  You’ll work on mission-critical software that bridges responsive user interfaces with robust backend systems, enabling human operators to plan, command, and monitor autonomous assets with precision and reliability. What you'll do: Design, develop, and optimize ground control software that enables low-latency communication with UAVs and other autonomous platforms. Build high-performance client and server applications that support telemetry processing, mission planning, and real-time control. Implement responsive user interfaces with React and TypeScript for operator workflows and visualization of spatial data, sensor feeds, and mission state. Collaborate closely with teams across autonomy, embedded systems, backend, and UX to deliver integrated, field-ready solutions. Contribute to architectural decisions and system designs that ensure responsiveness, scalability, and fault-tolerance. Lead development efforts on key features or subsystems, from early design through deployment and iteration. Write high-quality, well-tested code and participate in peer design/code reviews. Required qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, or Masters with 3+ years, or PhD with 1+ year. Demonstrated experience building real-time or performance-sensitive applications—preferably for UAVs, robotics, autonomous vehicles, or simulation environments. Proficiency in a strongly typed programming language (e.g. C#, TypeScript, Java, C++) with exposure to lower-level systems or protocol integration. Experience with web technologies, especially React, TypeScript/JavaScript, and Node.js. Strong software engineering fundamentals including version control, testing, debugging, and performance profiling. Proven ability to deliver high-quality software as part of a collaborative engineering team. Preferred qualifications:Experience with GCS software, mission planning tools, or real-time visualization platforms. Familiarity with API-driven systems using REST or gRPC, and communication protocols like WebSocket or custom telemetry formats. Knowledge of standards such as STANAG 4586, Cursor on Target (CoT), or MAVLink. Familiarity with containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD practices. Exposure to distributed systems and cloud integration for telemetry data pipelines. Understanding of security best practices in control systems and networked applications. #LI-AA1#LC
  Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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  Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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