Staff Engineer, DevOps at Shield AI | San Diego, California

Shield AI seeks a Staff Engineer specializing in Modeling & Simulation, based in San Diego, California. This role plays a key part in creating technologies that advance artificial intelligence systems. The focus is on tackling complex technical challenges, with a particular emphasis on defense applications. Key responsibilities Design and improve modeling and simulation tools that support AI-driven systems Collaborate with engineers and teams from other disciplines to address technical challenges Contribute expertise to projects that serve both defense and broader industry needs Role focus This position centers on building solutions for sophisticated problems in artificial intelligence, especially where modeling and simulation play a critical role. The work supports both Shield AI's defense initiatives and applications beyond that sector.

Join Shield AI's Hivemind Platform Team as a Systems Modeler, where you'll play a vital role in enhancing our advanced autonomy systems. Our mission is to protect both service members and civilians through cutting-edge technology. The Hivemind Enterprise product, a robust software development kit (SDK), empowers scalable design and deployment of autonomous architectures across various robotic platforms.As a crucial member of a multidisciplinary Systems Engineering team, you will collaborate with Product Managers, technical experts, and Quality Assurance professionals to model, define, and communicate the intricate structures and behaviors of our complex autonomy systems. Your expertise will help maintain and improve system models covering the entire product stack, from foundational software and autonomy algorithms to developer infrastructure and user interfaces.This hands-on role emphasizes collaboration and innovation, as you will not only focus on systems modeling but also contribute to refining our internal engineering processes, including CI/CD pipelines, testing, configuration systems, and software lifecycle processes.If you have a passion for systems modeling and a strong background in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), we invite you to be part of our mission to revolutionize autonomous solutions.

Join Shield AI, a pioneering venture-backed deep-tech company dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through intelligent systems. Our innovative products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, the Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines, all designed to support operations globally. With a presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, we leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance safety and effectiveness in various environments. Discover more about our mission and solutions at www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.Job Overview:As the Product Manager for Forge Analysis & Simulation, you will spearhead the development of advanced tooling and workflows that transform high-volume robotics and autonomy test data into rapid, actionable insights. This strategic role involves defining and driving the product vision for simulation tools (SIL/HIL/ViL), synthetic data generation, and autonomous performance analysis products. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to convert complex technical requirements into scalable analysis frameworks, intuitive visualizations, and comprehensive evaluation ecosystems that support both open and closed-loop workflows. The perfect candidate will possess extensive experience in autonomy development, simulation frameworks, and large-scale data analysis, along with a genuine passion for enabling developers and test engineers.

Join the dynamic team at Systems Technology Research (STR) as an Emulation Tooling and Modeling Software Engineer, where your contributions will play a pivotal role in advancing national security technologies. This role offers the exciting opportunity to interface cutting-edge computer science with real-world physical systems. We value the unique skills and experiences of our team members and encourage you to apply, even if your qualifications don't perfectly match the criteria listed below.

Join Monterey Technologies, Inc., where we leverage human-centered systems engineering to create innovative solutions for complex and critical systems. Our approach emphasizes understanding the human aspect before implementing technological solutions, ensuring optimal performance and reduced life cycle costs.Role Overview: As a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will engage in a multifaceted role that encompasses traditional systems engineering, human systems integration (HSI), and cutting-edge MBSE practices. Your contributions will be vital in applying MTI's user-focused research and development methodologies. You will be expected to work autonomously and collaboratively, guiding junior engineers while crafting effective solutions for intricate, mission-critical projects.

About Shield AI: Established in 2015, Shield AI is a cutting-edge, venture-backed deep-tech company dedicated to safeguarding both service members and civilians through the development of intelligent systems. Our innovative product lineup includes the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, along with the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines. With a global presence spanning offices and facilities in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, our technology plays a pivotal role in supporting operations around the world. Learn more at www.shield.ai and connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Engineer specializing in Test & Evaluation. In this role, you will be responsible for defining, planning, and executing all phases of integration testing for our X-BAT platform. This encompasses developmental, functional, and qualification testing for flight vehicles, subsystems, and ground support equipment, ensuring the highest standards of performance and reliability.

Join our dynamic team at ServiceNow as a Staff Systems Engineer - Hyperscaler. In this role, you will play a crucial part in designing and implementing scalable systems that support our hyperscale operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure high availability and performance of our services.

Join ServiceNow as a Staff Systems Engineer specializing in Hyperscaler technologies. In this role, you will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and optimizing complex systems that cater to large-scale cloud environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance our infrastructure capabilities.

Role Overview Shield AI is hiring a Staff Engineer focused on Systems Safety in San Diego, California. This role centers on ensuring the safety and reliability of advanced systems that support national security. The work directly impacts the protection of lives and the performance of AI-driven technologies. What You Will Do Guide system safety efforts for complex, AI-enabled platforms. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to analyze and address safety challenges. Contribute technical expertise to projects that advance Shield AI’s mission. Team and Impact Work alongside a skilled, multidisciplinary team developing new technologies. Your input will shape systems at the intersection of artificial intelligence and national defense.

Join our dynamic team at ServiceNow as a Staff Software Engineer, where you will be a crucial player in developing innovative software solutions that enhance our platform's capabilities. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the design, development, and deployment of high-quality software products.

Join Shield AI as a Staff Engineer, Software Systems!At Shield AI, we believe in safeguarding the brave men and women who serve our country, along with civilians around the globe. As part of our mission, we develop cutting-edge technology solutions, including our innovative V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, as well as the Hivemind Enterprise and Vision product lines. With a presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, our intelligent systems are designed to support operations worldwide.About the Role:As a vital member of the Hivemind Solutions Systems Engineering Team, you will play a key role in defining, coordinating, and communicating the design of integrated solutions that incorporate our Hivemind autonomy software.Your Responsibilities:Collaborate with programmatic leadership to identify the appropriate systems engineering level of effort.Work alongside design teams (Human Factors, UX, Architecture, etc.) to translate solution designs into actionable detail.Engage with System Development & Test teams to establish robust system architectures.

Join ServiceNow as a Senior Staff Software Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing cutting-edge software solutions that drive our business forward. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance our platforms while ensuring the highest quality and performance standards.

About the Team: The Sensors Division at Systems Technology Research (STR) is dedicated to pioneering technology development for cutting-edge sensor systems and platforms that bolster national security. Our initiatives include advanced airborne, surface, and space-based radar, electronic warfare systems, underwater acoustics, hyperspectral imaging, and EO/IR sensing technologies. We engage in full system prototype development, execute experimental campaigns, and explore next-generation technology components. Key technical areas encompass RF analog and digital hardware, acoustic hardware, signal processing algorithms, machine learning techniques, tracking and fusion, autonomous systems, and the implementation of real-time embedded processors. The Systems Autonomy, Analysis, and Modeling (SAAM) Group within the Sensors Division employs modeling and simulation (M&S) to evaluate system capabilities, develop enabling algorithms, and guide these integrated systems through rigorous testing. Our focus is on the operational capacities and constraints of ground, air, surface, and space sensing platforms, as well as the resource management of these assets to ensure the survivability of U.S. air and space assets. SAAM also capitalizes on the increasing integration of autonomy and Artificial Intelligence in uncrewed systems, facilitating the collection, fusion, and understanding of sensor data across comprehensive systems to guarantee mission success. We are actively developing software and hardware tools, datasets, algorithms, processing chains, and scenarios to support these analyses and inform both prototype demonstrations and operational systems. Our primary clientele includes the Air Force, Navy, and DARPA research programs. The Role: The SAAM group is in search of a talented Researcher to join our high-performing teams in conducting large-scale simulations and analyses that inform critical national security decisions. In this role, you will collaborate with scientists and engineers to design mission-relevant scenarios, enhance and adapt complex simulation frameworks, and derive actionable insights from simulation outcomes. This position necessitates a blend of hands-on technical development—coding new capabilities and integrating models—alongside analytical acumen to interpret results and communicate findings to a diverse audience, ranging from program managers to senior leadership.

Role overview Brain Corporation is seeking a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Software Systems at its San Diego, CA office. The position focuses on creating and refining software that powers robotics technology. The work plays a direct role in shaping the company’s autonomous systems. What you will do Design and build complex software solutions for robotics platforms Collaborate with engineers from various disciplines to ensure system reliability Support projects that advance autonomous technology

Join dstaff as a Staff II Engineer specializing in Post Silicon Validation, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of cutting-edge silicon products. Collaborate with a dynamic team of engineers to validate and optimize innovative technologies. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals eager to make a significant impact in the semiconductor industry.

About Shield AI:Established in 2015, Shield AI is a pioneering deep-tech company dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through innovative intelligent systems. Our portfolio features cutting-edge products such as the V-BAT and X-BAT unmanned aircraft, along with the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines. With a global presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our technology plays a vital role in operations worldwide. To learn more, visit www.shield.ai, and connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.Job Overview:We are actively seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to spearhead the design and development of advanced network emulation capabilities within our simulation environment. As a key member of the Hivemind Foundations team, you will create radio models to simulate networking behavior, incorporating dynamic routing effects, environmental interference, and signal degradation. Your contributions will enhance the realistic assessment of autonomy performance in contested and degraded network conditions, utilized across internal simulation environments, autonomy development processes, validation by testing and QA teams, and external customer mission rehearsals. This pivotal role sits at the intersection of simulation, networking, and RF systems, directly impacting our capacity to deploy resilient autonomous systems in real-world operational settings.

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through advanced intelligent systems. Our innovative products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With a global presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s cutting-edge technology supports military operations worldwide. Discover more at www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. This role is perfect for driven individuals who excel at creating sophisticated perception systems that empower autonomous aircraft to function efficiently in intricate and challenging environments. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in developing real-time object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation algorithms, utilizing data from various mission sensors including EO/IR cameras, radars, and IMUs. A strong foundation in algorithmic thinking, extensive knowledge of airborne sensing systems, and the ability to produce high-performance software in both simulated and real-world scenarios are essential.At Shield AI, we are committed to pioneering state-of-the-art autonomy for unmanned aircraft across all Department of Defense (DoD) domains, including air, sea, and land. Our Perception Engineers play a crucial role in establishing the situational awareness that forms the backbone of our autonomy solutions, ensuring our systems can swiftly, accurately, and resiliently comprehend and react to their operational environments.

As a Lab Staff Engineer, your primary duties will involve the innovative design of Internet of Things (IoT) engineering projects for students, addressing pressing real-world challenges. You will create educational IoT projects that highlight various engineering and technology concepts, including wireless communication, IoT, 5G, virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI). Your role will include managing projects from inception to completion, overseeing documentation and prototype development. Collaboration with cross-departmental teams will be essential to introduce new engineering activities and initiatives, including aspects of engineering and government affairs. Additionally, you will lead engaging hands-on workshops to refine IoT projects, incorporating valuable feedback and lessons learned. You will also provide support to Thinkabit Lab staff by contributing engineering content and developing new IoT projects.

About InnoPhase IoTAt InnoPhase IoT, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic environment where talented individuals from diverse backgrounds come together to innovate and excel. If you share our passion for working smart, celebrating achievements, and exploring groundbreaking technologies within a close-knit team, you'll thrive here.We are on the lookout for exceptional talent! If you excel in your field and seek to challenge yourself, join us at InnoPhase IoT!We are currently seeking a Senior Staff Firmware Engineer to enhance our collaborative team dedicated to crafting resilient firmware for the next generation of IoT devices. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing firmware, device drivers, and facilitating system integration for our ULP IoT solutions, with a keen focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability. Proficiency in TrustZone and Trusted Firmware-M (TF-M) is essential.Key Responsibilities:• Design and develop embedded firmware for IoT devices, targeting ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers.• Experience with ARM TrustZone and Trusted Firmware-M (TF-M) for secure firmware partitioning preferred.• Implement and optimize low-level drivers, integrating with hardware abstraction layers (HAL).• Develop secure boot and firmware update mechanisms to ensure robust device operation.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, security) to define and implement firmware features.• Debug, test, and validate firmware on target hardware using J-Link, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.• Contribute to the documentation of firmware architecture, design decisions, and implementation details.• Focus on security-oriented system design, including secure boot and trusted execution environments.• Handle memory partitioning and isolation within ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers.• Ensure secure OTA updates and lifecycle management for IoT devices.