Real-Time Autonomy Simulation Lead

Shield

Melbourne

On-site

AUD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Shield AI in Melbourne seeks a lead Modelling and Simulation engineer to shape Australian Mission Autonomy programs. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, design distributed real-time simulation systems, and implement C++ software for modelling, test and integration across virtual, constructive, and live environments.

The role requires extensive experience in modern C++, Python, real-time simulation, and familiarity with defence frameworks like AFSIM or NGTS.

Qualifications

Bachelor level degree in CS/Software Eng or related field.
Extensive software engineering and systems integration experience.
Strong C++ and Python development background.
Experience with real-time, distributed simulation environments.

Responsibilities

Lead design and evolution of distributed, real-time simulation systems for autonomy development.
Architect and implement C++ software for modelling, simulation and integration workflows.
Develop real-time mission execution environments for multi-agent simulations.
Apply defence simulation frameworks like AFSIM or NGTS to accelerate delivery.
Leverage Docker, Kubernetes to ensure scalable simulation deployments.
Lead engineering teams of 5+ contributors across multiple disciplines.
Integrate simulation with autonomy algorithms and hardware interfaces.
Champion CI/CD, testing, design patterns and system architecture.