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Staff Engineer, Autonomy Software Integration (R4483)

Shield AISan Diego, CaliforniaQuality
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Salary
$152,480 - $228,720 USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
31 Jan 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Defense is hiring a full-time Staff Engineer, Autonomy Software Integration for its San Diego, California location. This position is ideal for an experienced software integration engineer who is passionate about advancing artificial intelligence and robotics products for autonomous systems.

Key Responsibilities

Function as a power user of the Hivemind SDK to thoroughly understand its features and pinpoint any limitations from a user perspective.
Build and validate distinct customer use cases while assessing how user-friendly the platform is for autonomy developers.
Deliver actionable feedback directly to the Product and Engineering teams regarding platform improvements.
Integrate fresh autonomy capabilities into the system, evaluate feature completeness, and predict unique edge cases and customer workflows.
Bridge the gap connecting engineering development with practical autonomy applications to guarantee reliable mission-ready systems.

Requirements

Extensive professional background in software integration and autonomy development.
Demonstrated capability to evaluate developer experience, validate workflows, and provide structured technical feedback.

Skills and Tools

Autonomy software integration and validation
Hivemind SDK and ecosystem familiarity
Multi-agent coordination and sensor processing evaluation
Embedded platforms and ground-control systems integration

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range: $152,480 to $228,720 USD per year
Employment type: Full Time Employee

About the Company

Defense, operating through Shield AI, is a venture-backed defense-tech organization dedicated to safeguarding civilians and service members using intelligent technology systems. The enterprise develops advanced solutions like Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality tools. With a global presence spanning multiple international regions, the company supports active operations across the world.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit an application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Staff Engineer, Autonomy Software Integration role?

The position is based in San Diego, California.

What is the salary range for this job?

The annual salary ranges from $152,480 to $228,720 USD.

What employment type is this position?

This is a full-time employee role.

What products does the company develop?

The company develops Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies.

How can I apply for this position?

Candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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