Shield AI
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Emerging Domains (R5423)
$163K–$245K
Washington, D.C. +3 · On-site · Senior · Full-time · Posted Jul 21, 2026
- Location
- Washington, D.C.
Boston, Massachusetts
San Diego, California
Dallas, Texas - Experience
- Typically 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Education
- BS/MS in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience.
About the job
Develops and integrates autonomy software for emerging-domain platforms, from initial platform integration through testing and field deployment.
What you'll do
- Integrate and develop autonomy capabilities, including platform controls, sensors, mission behaviors, and multi-agent coordination.
- Validate and debug systems through software, hardware, vehicle, and live testing; support field exercises and mission readiness.
- Coordinate with platform, autonomy, perception, GCS, and customer teams on interfaces, integration planning, and releases.
What they ask for
- BS/MS in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong proficiency in C++ and Linux-based development.
- Experience integrating embedded or real-time software systems and supporting integration, testing, or operational field events.
- Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
Nice to have
- Experience with autonomous aircraft, maritime systems, spacecraft, robotics, autonomy software, autopilot integration, or robotics frameworks.
- Python, Docker, CI/CD, rapid prototyping, or DoD customer/field demonstration experience.
Pay
USD 163,200–244,800 per-year-salary (base salary)
Tools
C++, Linux, Python, Docker, CI/CD, HivemindSDK
AI focus
Develop and integrate autonomy software, including mission behaviors, platform-specific control, multi-agent coordination, and related capabilities for emerging-domain platforms.
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