Full-Time
UI Engineer
Updated on 6/27/2026
NODA AI
11-50 employees
AI-driven platform to orchestrate autonomous systems
No salary listed
No H1B Sponsorship
Austin, TX, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid on-site with up to 10% travel.
US Citizenship Required
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- 4+ years of professional frontend development experience with emphasis on data visualization and high-performance web applications
- Expert-level proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular)
- Strong experience with WebGL programming, 3D graphics libraries (Three.js, Babylon.js), and GPU-based rendering optimization
- Proficiency with Deck.gl or similar large-scale data visualization frameworks for rendering massive datasets
- Experience with real-time data streaming and WebSocket-based applications for live data visualization
- Knowledge of WebAssembly integration for performance-critical frontend calculations and data processing
- Understanding of 3D mathematics, coordinate systems, and geospatial data transformations for mapping applications
- Experience with canvas-based rendering, animation systems, and performance optimization techniques for data-intensive applications
- Familiarity with modern build tools, bundlers, and deployment pipelines for complex frontend applications
- Design and implement WebGL-based 3D visualizations for real-time autonomous vehicle coordination and mission planning interfaces
- Build high-performance data visualization systems using Deck.gl to render millions of sensor data points, telemetry streams, and geospatial information
- Create gaming-inspired UI interactions including RTS-style vehicle selection, minimap systems, context-sensitive controls, and real-time asset tracking displays
- Optimize rendering performance for browser-based applications handling continuous streams of sensor data, video feeds, and telemetry from autonomous vehicle fleets
- Implement WebAssembly modules for performance-critical calculations and real-time data processing in gaming-style interfaces
- Develop interactive 2D/3D mapping systems with real-time overlays for mission planning, route visualization, and operational area displays
- Build responsive, touch-capable interfaces that function across desktop and tablet form factors for field deployment scenarios
- Create data visualization pipelines that transform raw autonomous system telemetry into actionable operator insights and mission-critical displays
- Implement custom WebGL shaders for specialized military sensor data visualization and real-time geographic information display
- Collaborate with backend engineers to optimize data streaming protocols and minimize latency for real-time command and control operations
- Ensure interface performance and reliability through comprehensive testing frameworks and automated performance monitoring
- Experience with gaming industry UI development or game engine frontend systems (Unity, WebGL, Unreal Engine web deployment)
- Background in military command and control interfaces, situational awareness displays, or defense visualization systems
- Knowledge of geospatial visualization libraries (Mapbox GL, Cesium, Leaflet) and real-time mapping applications
- Experience with computer graphics programming, shader development, and advanced WebGL techniques
- Familiarity with autonomous vehicle data formats, sensor fusion visualization, and robotics middleware (ROS2)
- Understanding of performance profiling tools, memory management, and optimization techniques for browser-based 3D applications
- Experience with touch and gesture-based interfaces for tablet and mobile deployment scenarios
- Knowledge of military standards for user interfaces (MIL-STD-1472) and defense visualization requirements
- Background in real-time data processing, streaming architectures, and low-latency visualization systems
- Previous work with mission-critical interfaces where system reliability and performance are non-negotiable
Noda Intelligence builds a defense-focused platform called the Master Orchestrator that coordinates autonomous systems across multi-domain environments. It unifies hardware, sensors, and data streams into a single command interface using edge computing and machine learning to enable swarming, automated mission planning, and rapid data-to-action workflows. The system is hardware-agnostic, connecting equipment from different manufacturers without vendor lock-in, and serves as a software-defined layer that interoperates with legacy defense infrastructure. Its goal is to be the connective tissue of the modern battlefield, turning raw sensor data into actionable intelligence and coordinated autonomous effects for government and military partners.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$28M
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2024
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Raised $25M Series A February 2026 led by Bessemer for DoW milestones.
- Sole orchestrator in DoD Multi-domain Collaborative Autonomy program.
- $55B DoD autonomous funding plan accelerates NODA platform adoption.
What critics are saying
- Anduril Lattice erodes NODA share in Army Replicator by 2027.
- DoD January 2026 ethics directive blocks full autonomous deployment.
- Shield AI Hivemind captures Air Force contracts post-March 2026 integration.
What makes NODA AI unique
- NODA AI builds vendor-agnostic AI orchestration for cross-vendor autonomous systems.
- Founded 2024 by Global War on Terrorism veterans addressing fragmented control systems.
- Integrates 30+ OEM platforms as independent cognitive layer for algorithmic warfare.
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Benefits
Hybrid Work Options
Flexible time off
Generous PTO policy
Federal holidays
Generous health, dental, and vision benefits
Free OneMedical membership
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -5%1 year growth
↓ -11%2 year growth
↓ -11%NODA AI raises $25M Series A for defense AI. Key Points * NODA AI raised $25 million in a Series A led by Bessemer Venture Partners to expand defense autonomy orchestration. * The round includes Booz Allen Ventures, Draper Associates, Bloomberg Beta, and Alumni Ventures. * The company focuses on coordinating mixed fleets of autonomous systems across multiple defense domains. February 26, 2026 Credits: Noda NODA AI has raised $25 million in Series A funding, led by Bessemer Venture Partners. The round also includes Booz Allen Ventures, Draper Associates, Bloomberg Beta, and Alumni Ventures. The company develops AI software designed to coordinate autonomous military systems across multiple operational domains. The Austin-based defense technology company plans to use the capital to accelerate delivery milestones for Department of War and United Kingdom Ministry of Defense programs. It focuses on building orchestration software that connects mixed fleets of unmanned and manned platforms. The company did not disclose valuation details. Building the Cognitive Layer for Modern Warfare NODA AI operates in the growing field of defense autonomy, where militaries are increasingly deploying unmanned systems across air, land, sea, space, and subsurface domains. While many contractors focus on building autonomous vehicles, NODA is targeting a different layer: orchestration. "Mass autonomy in defense demands a new generation of algorithmic warfare - a new market category and technical approach that we are pioneering at NODA AI. The essence of defeating adversaries is making better, faster decisions, and the next frontier will be the ability to harmonize decision making across an ecosystem of independent autonomous systems with diverse capabilities. While much of the defense industrial base is focused on building the best vehicles, we are ruthlessly focused on creating the brains, the best chess player - a system capable of adaptive reasoning, real-time tactics and strategy handling, and the ability to transform a set of independent capabilities into desired effects." Philong Duong, Chief Executive Officer. Rather than building hardware, the company is positioning itself as the reasoning engine that coordinates fleets of autonomous systems from different manufacturers. That distinction defines its market thesis. Where the Capital Will Go The new funding will support expansion across more than 30 existing platform integrations and deepen partnerships with government customers. NODA AI says it is already embedded in key Department of War programs and working with UK defense authorities. The company also plans to extend its orchestration capabilities into additional defense and intelligence markets. That includes further development of its AI reasoning engine and expanding tactical libraries designed for mixed fleets operating across multiple domains. "NODA AI is building the AI-native connective tissue for defense autonomy, enabling collaboration and interoperability between systems, and we're proud to partner with their team as they define the future of algorithmic warfare." Janelle Teng Wade, Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners. From Veterans to Defense Infrastructure Builder Founded in 2024 by Global War on Terrorism veterans, NODA AI was created to address what its founders describe as a fragmented and vendor-siloed control environment for unmanned systems. Current architectures, they argue, create operational bottlenecks and increase cognitive burden on military operators. NODA AI is building what it describes as an open, vendor-agnostic reasoning platform capable of designing and deploying algorithmic warfare strategies across both manned and unmanned systems. The platform functions as an independent cognitive layer, integrating OEM technologies into a broader orchestration framework. "We're impressed by their technical depth, speed of execution, and mission-driven focus to deliver real operational advantage." Dr. Ray O. Johnson, Operating Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners. According to the company, it has developed one of the largest technically integrated partner ecosystems in defense autonomy within nine months of its pre-seed round. It has also secured multiple awards in major defense programs and established partnerships with defense primes including Booz Allen Hamilton and Huntington Ingalls Industries. Government Endorsements and Investor Backing The company reports strong interest from defense officials. In one program, it was selected over established incumbents to lead orchestration efforts. "NODA AI has been the fastest growing company in our portfolio and is onto something big," Paige Craig, Managing Partner of Outlander. Investors are signaling strong conviction in NODA AI's technical direction and market positioning. The participation of established venture firms with experience in enterprise software, defense, and deep technology suggests confidence not only in the company's current government traction, but also in the broader thesis that orchestration will become a defining layer in autonomous warfare. Backing at this stage reflects belief in both the founding team's execution speed and the scalability of a vendor-agnostic AI platform designed to sit above increasingly complex defense ecosystems.
/PRNewswire/ -- NODA AI Inc., developer of the novel algorithmic weapons and tactics orchestration platform for all-domain, cross-vendor systems, today...
NODA AI, a pioneering venture-backed defense company, proudly announces that it has raised $3,000,000 in its latest funding round. This significant investment not only validates the cutting-edge vision of NODA AI but also fuels its mission to revolutionize the way autonomous systems are integrated into modern defense strategies. At the core of NODA AI’s philosophy is the understanding that the deployment of novel autonomous weapon systems demands a complete re-imagination of traditional command and control processes—from strike cells and operation centers to joint staffs. The newly acquired funds will be strategically deployed to accelerate research and development efforts, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of innovations that enhance collaborative effects between human operators and autonomous systems. This bold step forward will enable NODA AI to further refine its technology, scale its operations, and harness the collective power of diverse skill sets essential for tackling the complex challenges of national security today. As the defense landscape continues to evolve, NODA AI remains steadfast in its commitment to developing resilient, state-of-the-art solutions that translate into real-world tactical advantages on the battlefield. The funding will also extend efforts in talent acquisition and partnership development, inviting experts from all backgrounds to join a team dedicated to solving seemingly impossible problems against all odds. For those who share this passion for innovation and defense excellence, further opportunities to make an impact are available through the company’s careers page at https://www.NodaIntelligecene.ai/careers or by contacting [email protected]. This new chapter marks an exciting evolution for NODA AI, as it continues to lead and shape the future of defense technology.