# Manager, Software Test & Autonomation (R5461)

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

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/c9552002-9f3a-46e3-9d70-d0b64354a8b1

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

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Location: San Diego, CA
- Salary: 160000 – 240000 USD per year

## Summary

Lead a technical team building test automation and validation frameworks for autonomous defense systems across multiple vehicle platforms and operational environments. This role suits experienced engineering managers who want to drive quality assurance practices in a fast-paced, mission-critical setting.

_Our summary, not Shield AI's wording._

## Skills named

Test Automation, Verification and Validation

## Required

- Lead and build multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Define verification strategies for autonomy systems
- Develop automated validation capabilities
- Establish software readiness standards

## Nice to have

- Experience with continuous validation practices
- Knowledge of modern verification methodologies
- Background in defense or aerospace autonomy

Apply on Shield AI's site: https://jobs.lever.co/shieldai/d4dd7743-41c3-4d5f-9a6e-e305aebd8541/apply