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Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy Capabilities (R5339)

Shield AI

San Mateo, CA · full time · Senior

$195,840 – $293,760

Listed on Shield AI’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

This role develops autonomous control and coordination systems for defense platforms across air, sea, and space domains, combining advanced control theory with practical software integration. It suits engineers who enjoy blending theoretical optimization with real-world implementation on systems that have immediate operational impact.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Experience with autonomous systems or control theory
  • Software integration and implementation skills
  • Ability to work across multiple platforms and mission domains

Nice to have

  • Background in defense or aerospace applications
  • Experience with multi-agent coordination
  • Familiarity with embedded systems or real-time software

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