Autonomy Simulation Test Engineer

Shield; Oslo; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a senior test automation engineer to lead simulation-driven testing for Hivemind autonomy software. You will build regression and system tests, diagnose issues with cross-functional teams, and ensure mission-ready software in simulated and real environments.

The role emphasizes Python tooling, test framework development, and CI/CD integration, with experience in robotics or small UAS highly valued. A strong analytical mindset and cross-team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 7+ years with a Bachelor's, or 5+ with a Master's, or 4+ with a PhD.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Experience in robotics, small UAS, or related hands-on projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams.
• Willingness to learn new technologies quickly in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated regression, integration, and system-level tests for Hivemind.
• Identify, reproduce, and diagnose software issues with dev teams.
• Create and execute test plans and documentation for autonomy software.
• Design, implement, and maintain simulation-based test frameworks.
• Build Python tools to automate testing, data processing, and analysis.
• Develop test harnesses for SIL/HIL/VIL in simulation environments.
• Contribute to testing methodologies, metrics, and performance benchmarks.
• Support scaling and reliability of simulation infrastructure for validation.
• Maintain test documentation with traceability and knowledge sharing.
• Integrate test coverage into CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Python

Robotics

Debugging

CI/CD

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

C++

HIL

VIL

Simulation frameworks

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a senior test automation engineer to lead simulation-driven testing for Hivemind autonomy software. You will build regression and system tests, diagnose issues with cross-functional teams, and ensure mission-ready software in simulated and real environments.

The role emphasizes Python tooling, test framework development, and CI/CD integration, with experience in robotics or small UAS highly valued. A strong analytical mindset and cross-team collaboration are essential.