Software Autonomy Middleware Engineer - Temporary (R2969, R2970)

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  • Shield AI
Job Summary
Location
Dallas ,TX 75215
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
14 Mar 2025
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Job Description

Introduction to Shield AI

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC, and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies.

This role is part of Hivemind’s middleware team. The role will provide you with hands-on mentorship and an opportunity to add real contributions to our product backlog. You will have the chance to make friends, expand your network, and learn all about what it's like to work in a high-growth, fast-scaling tech unicorn.


What you'll do:
  • Develop, test and/or troubleshoot software in C++ (primary), Python, and scripts using SDLC tools.
  • Add features to our middleware and communications software, called EdgeOS, that is used to develop the autonomy software.
  • Engage in simulation development or interface translations between our Hivemind ecosystem and 3rd party systems.
  • Execute systems integration across our components.

Required qualifications:
  • Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 0 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
  • Some industry or internship experience developing C++ software in a Linux environment.
  • Strong skills in C++ and Software Engineering.
  • Great written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated history of showing ownership of project outcomes and delivering exceptional results.
  • Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.

$90,640 - $135,960 a year


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.

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