Senior Software Engineer @ Shield AI

Senior Software Engineer

Platform Automation Engineering, R2097

Posted on 3/28/2023

INACTIVE

Locations

Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area, TX, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Agile

Development Operations (DevOps)

JIRA

C/C++/C#

Git

Linux/Unix

Microsoft Azure

Python

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of real-world experience building and releasing software
C++ knowledge
Python knowledge
Linux knowledge
Software management tools (Git, Azure DevOps/Jira, Artifactory)
Experience with robotics or avionics integration and related ecosystem(s)
Experience with test automation, manufacturing software, or sdk development
Experience with development tools for CI/CD
B.S. in Computer Engineering, similar degree, or equivalent practical experience
Exhibit traits showing time management, self-organization, and growth + continuous learning mindset

Responsibilities

Are you a passionate and innovative engineer looking to help develop state-of-the-art AI and robotics products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission driven and values focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you!
The Platform Automation Engineering (PAE) team is an agile group of software engineers focused on building cutting-edge automation solutions and core systems, which drive scalability and reliability of Shield AI products by advancing our integration, testing, and manufacturing abilities
As a growing engineer on PAE, you will work at the intersection of embedded systems, robotics, and automation. You will work on core systems and SDKs for automation, manufacturing software, and user-facing tooling. You will learn best practices and standards for software engineering and integration of robotics and autonomy. You and the team will build solutions that cover a breadth spanning developer tools, production automation, sensor calibrations, and automated integration testing
We are looking for a software engineer who is eager to learn and grow, while taking on challenging commitments and making things happen

Desired Qualifications

Experience with embedded systems
Experience with autonomy software
You have built software from design, implementation, to release
You have built software that provided value by reducing cost, time, or chance of error

Introduction to Shield AI

Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Shield AI is a fast growing, venture-backed defense-technology company built around a team of proven executives, distinguished warfighters, and world-class AI engineers. Since 2018, Shield AI’s products and people have supported operations around the world with the US Department of Defense and our allies.

Job Description

Are you a passionate and innovative engineer looking to help develop state-of-the-art AI and robotics products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission driven and values focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you! 

The Platform Automation Engineering (PAE) team is an agile group of software engineers focused on building cutting-edge automation solutions and core systems, which drive scalability and reliability of Shield AI products by advancing our integration, testing, and manufacturing abilities.

As a growing engineer on PAE, you will work at the intersection of embedded systems, robotics, and automation. You will work on core systems and SDKs for automation, manufacturing software, and user-facing tooling. You will learn best practices and standards for software engineering and integration of robotics and autonomy. You and the team will build solutions that cover a breadth spanning developer tools, production automation, sensor calibrations, and automated integration testing.

We are looking for a software engineer who is eager to learn and grow, while taking on challenging commitments and making things happen.

Projects that you might work on:

Suite of tools/applications for configuring, testing, and calibrating V-BAT aircrafts during production bring up
Hardware in the loop solutions for integration testing V-BAT platforms and avionics
Test infrastructure to enable automated integration testing of Hivemind software
Build an automation application to drive a portable Propulsion Test Stand
Design and build an application to configure an aircraft before leaving manufacturing
Applications to automate common interactions with V-BAT platforms and Hivemind software

Required qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years of real-world experience building and releasing software
C++ knowledge
Python knowledge
Linux knowledge
Software management tools (Git, Azure DevOps/Jira, Artifactory)
Experience with robotics or avionics integration and related ecosystem(s)
Experience with test automation, manufacturing software, or sdk development
Experience with development tools for CI/CD
B.S. in Computer Engineering, similar degree, or equivalent practical experience
Exhibit traits showing time management, self-organization, and growth + continuous learning mindset

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with embedded systems
Experience with autonomy software
You have built software from design, implementation, to release
You have built software that provided value by reducing cost, time, or chance of error.

Total compensation: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity (if applicable)

Actual 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. Information on the benefits offered is here. All offers are contingent on a cleared background check.

Location guidelines-

Onsite = 5 days/week

Hybrid = Several days in the office

Remote = Remote but able to come to the office as requested for business needs

If you’re interested in being part of our team, apply now!

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.

To conform to U.S. Government regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

201-500 employees

Website

Self-driving technology without GPS

Company Overview

Shield AI's mission is to advance America's nation's core values by providing the US and allies access to leading technologies and innovations.

Benefits

Medical Insurance Coverage
Long Term Disability Insurance
Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
Employee Assistance Program
Subsidized Gym Membership
Pet Insurance
Competitive Compensation
Retirement Services
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Bereavement Support
Flexible Work Hours
PTO
Paid Holidays
Commuter Benefits
Relaxed Dress Code
Yearly Swag Items
Unlimited Snacks
Bottomless Beverages
Annual Celebrations
Work From Home Benefits
Standing Desks and Widescreen Monitors

Company Core Values

Earn Trust
Candor
Pursue Excellence
Delight Our Customers
Put the Team First
Embrace Teammates
Demonstrate Grit
Dominate