Software Autonomy Middleware Engineer - Temporary (R2969, R2970)

Introduction to Shield AIFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies.

This role is part of Hivemind’s middleware team. The role will provide you with hands on mentorship, an opportunity to add real contribution to our product backlog. You will have the chance to make friends, expand your network, and learn all about what it's like to work in a high-growth, fast scaling tech unicorn.

What you'll do:

• Develop, test and/or troubleshoot software in C++ (primary), python, scripts using SDLC tools.
• The work involves adding features to our middleware and communications software, called EdgeOS, that is used to develop the autonomy software.
• It could also include simulation development or interface translations between our Hivemind ecosystem and 3rd party systems.
• Lastly, it could involve systems integration execution across our components.

Required qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 0 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Some Industry or Internship experience developing C++ software in Linux environment.
• Strong skills in C++ and Software Engineering
• Great written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated history of showing ownership of project outcomes and delivering exceptional results.
• Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.