Sr. Staff Engineer, Perception Software (R3740)

Shield AI, founded in 2015, is an innovative defense technology company with a crucial mission of protecting service members and civilians through intelligent systems. With offices spanning across San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi, Kyiv, and Melbourne, they're making a global impact in defense technology.

The role of Sr. Staff Engineer, Perception Software presents an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous systems. You'll be joining the Hivemind perception team, where you'll contribute to developing sophisticated software solutions for GPS-denied navigation, computer vision, and sensor fusion on autonomous platforms. This position requires deep expertise in optimal state estimation, computer vision, and modern C++ development.

As a senior technical leader, you'll be responsible for enhancing the Hivemind SDK product's perception capabilities, developing state-of-the-art algorithms, and ensuring the delivery of production-quality software for high-reliability unmanned aerial systems. The role combines technical excellence with leadership, as you'll be mentoring team members and driving technical rigor in feature delivery processes.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $220,000 to $330,000 annually, plus bonus, benefits, and equity. Shield AI's commitment to innovation in defense technology, combined with their global presence and focus on meaningful impact, makes this an ideal opportunity for experienced engineers looking to work on challenging problems in autonomous systems and defense technology.

Working at Shield AI means being part of a mission-driven company that's actively supporting U.S. and allied operations worldwide. The company's culture emphasizes technical excellence, continuous development, and collaborative problem-solving. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to systems that protect service members and civilians.