Senior Engineer, Autonomy

Shieldai; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Shieldai is seeking a Staff Engineer to join the Hivemind Solutions group in Melbourne to architect and deploy autonomous capabilities for uncrewed platforms. You will create autonomous behaviors for uncrewed aircraft, fuse sensor data, and validate systems in high-fidelity simulation environments, while coordinating with robotics, AI, and systems teams.

The role demands advanced C++ skills, a track record of shipping reliable software in fast-moving settings, and a passion for leading technical

Qualifications

• Tertiary degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Aerospace, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Substantial professional background in autonomy, perception, robotics, or aerospace.
• Advanced proficiency in modern C++.
• Proven track record of building and shipping reliable software within fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute autonomous behaviors for uncrewed aerial vehicles.
• Process sensor data to construct reliable fusion solutions.
• Validate autonomy systems using high-fidelity hardware and software in-the-loop simulation environments.
• Connect Shieldai autonomy software with third-party aircraft and external systems.
• Coordinate with robotics, AI, and systems engineering departments to produce unified solutions.
• Oversee code quality, system architecture, and design reviews.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members.

Job description

Senior Engineer, Autonomy at Shieldai.

About the role Shieldai develops intelligent systems to safeguard service members and civilians through advanced autonomous aircraft technology. We are seeking a Staff Engineer to join the Hivemind Solutions group to architect and deploy autonomous capabilities for uncrewed platforms.

Key facts

• Location: Melbourne
• Engagement: International Office
• Entity Team: Hivemind Solutions

What you'll do

• Create and execute autonomous behaviors for uncrewed aerial vehicles.
• Process sensor data to construct reliable fusion solutions.
• Validate autonomy systems using high-fidelity hardware and software in-the-loop simulation environments.
• Connect Shieldai autonomy software with third-party aircraft and external systems.
• Coordinate with robotics, AI, and systems engineering departments to produce unified solutions.
• Oversee code quality, system architecture, and design reviews.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members.

Requirements

• Tertiary degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Aerospace, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Substantial professional background in autonomy, perception, robotics, or aerospace.
• Advanced proficiency in modern C++.
• Proven track record of building and shipping reliable software within fast-moving environments.

Nice to have

• Background in the defense sector.
• Experience working with uncrewed aerial systems.
• Expertise in state estimation, real-time systems, path planning, or guidance, navigation, and control.

Skills & tools

• C++
• Robotics
• Perception
• Path planning
• Autonomy
• Sensor fusion
• Guidance, Navigation, and Control
• Simulation testing

Practical notes Compensation is determined by factors including experience level, specific location, certifications, and skill set. All employment offers are subject to a background check and potential reference verification.

Shieldai is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer that provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special needs during the application process.