Shield AI
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588)
$163K–$245K
Boston, Massachusetts +2 · On-site · Senior · Full-time · Posted Apr 30, 2026
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
Washington, D.C.
San Diego, California - Experience
- 5+ years' experience in one or more of the listed areas.
- Education
- BS/MS/PhD in a specified or related field.
About the job
Develop and integrate tactical autonomy software and behaviors for unmanned platforms performing complex missions across multiple domains.
What you'll do
- Develop, implement, and test autonomy behaviors for missions including coordination, target engagement, reconnaissance, and survivability.
- Contribute throughout the software lifecycle and integrate reusable components with broader system architecture and vehicle platforms.
- Collaborate with product, program, partner, and engineering teams; travel up to 20% for integration, testing, and collaboration.
What they ask for
- BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficient in production-level C++ software development.
- 5+ years' experience in one or more listed areas, including behavior planning, motion planning, optimization, or flight controls.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
Nice to have
- Experience with mission systems integration, testing, or demonstrations.
- Experience with robotic software ecosystems, simulation tools, or high-assurance software practices.
Pay
USD 163,200–244,800 per-year-salary (base salary)
Tools
C++, ROS, OMPL, DO-178C
AI focus
Develop tactical autonomy behaviors for unmanned platforms, including multi-agent coordination and mission planning.
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