# Forward Deployed Engineer, Autonomy (open level)

Hiring organization: [Shield AI](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/shield-ai)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/25ef50c1-f4f7-4366-a697-b4f1cd4cba52

Listed on Shield AI's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Location: San Diego, CA
- Remote: yes
- Salary: 152000 – 318000 USD per year

## Summary

Shield AI seeks a technical engineer to deploy autonomy software directly with customers in the field, often traveling internationally for multi-week engagements. The role suits experienced problem-solvers who thrive on hands-on customer collaboration and are comfortable with intensive travel.

_Our summary, not Shield AI's wording._

## Skills named

C++, Rust

## Required

- Experience programming in C, C++, or Rust
- Willingness to travel extensively, including international and multi-week trips
- Technical expertise to deploy and integrate autonomy software

## Nice to have

- Experience with autonomy, robotics, or aerospace
- Several years of relevant industry experience
- Track record of taking initiative in dynamic environments

Apply on Shield AI's site: https://jobs.lever.co/shieldai/8afc41da-27a5-4054-a3c7-87b3ceb6cf0a/apply