Senior Software Engineer (Autonomy Capabilities, Space)

Join Shield AI, a cutting-edge technology company focused on developing advanced autonomy capabilities for defense and aerospace applications. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the design, integration, and evolution of autonomy capabilities across our platforms. You will work on complex problems related to multi-agent coordination, motion planning, and optimization, with a focus on space applications. This position offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of defense technology.

• Concevoir et développer des capacités d'autonomie pour des applications spatiales, y compris l'optimisation distribuée à grande échelle, la planification de la mission automatisée et la fusion des pistes.
• Collaborer avec des équipes interfonctionnelles pour assurer l'intégration transparente des solutions d'autonomie sur des plateformes réelles, y compris le déploiement et le support aux tests.
• Contribuer aux feuilles de route de recherche et développement en recherchant et en prototypant de nouveaux algorithmes, en identifiant les lacunes tactiques et en proposant des solutions novatrices.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++ and Python, and familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• 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
• Significant background in one or several robotic technology areas related to control systems, motion planning, optimization, tactical behaviors, and/or distributed decision-making
• Experience with simulation tools and environments (e.g., AFSIM, NGTS, or similar) for testing and validation
• Significant experience with unmanned system technologies and accompanying algorithms (ideally in the space domain specifically)
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize system performance
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance or higher
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and/or similar degree, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience in multiple aerospace domains (e.g., air, land, sea, space)
• Experience across a breadth of methodologies from classical control through optimization and applied ML/RL
• Background in collaborative behaviors and swarm robotics
• Familiarity with domain-relevant DoD or government programs
• Hands-on experience supporting integration events, customer demos, and/or live exercises