Autonomy Integration Lead for Emerging Platforms

Shield AI; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 293,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Shield AI in San Diego is seeking a senior autonomy engineer to lead the technical delivery of complex autonomy capabilities across Emerging Domains. You will own integration efforts and drive platform-agnostic solutions, shaping the next generation of autonomous systems.

Collaboration with platform teams, cross-functional engineering groups, and external partners will be common as you guide development from design reviews through live testing and mission readiness. Travel 10–20% is expected.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in a relevant engineering discipline with 7+ years of experience.
• Expert C++ and Linux development.
• Experience leading complex autonomy or systems integration efforts.
• Experience influencing technical direction across engineering teams.
• Experience operating successfully in ambiguous or rapidly evolving technical environments.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Stand Up New Programs – Lead technical efforts to establish autonomy on new platforms.
• Navigate Ambiguity & Shifting Priorities – Adapt plans as programs evolve.
• Develop & Field Autonomy – Lead development and integration of autonomy software.
• Technical Leadership – Mentor engineers and drive delivery of complex capabilities.
• Platform Team Partnerships – Coordinate with platform engineering teams on interfaces and readiness.
• Collaboration Across Teams & Partners – Work with autonomy, perception, GCS, and customer teams.
• Design & Documentation – Lead design reviews and ICD development.
• Pre-deployment Preparation – Drive validation and hardware/software integration.
• On-site Test & Mission Support – Provide technical leadership during live tests and missions.
• Hardware/Software Debugging – Lead root-cause analysis across stacks.
• Mission Data & Debrief Support – Analyze results for improvements.
• Continuous Improvement – Improve processes and deployment workflows.
• C2 Interoperability & Standards – Drive interfaces and standards.
• Travel Requirement – 10–20% travel.

Skills

C++ development

Linux

Leadership

Systems integration

Ambiguity navigation

Education

BS/MS in engineering

Job description

Shield AI in San Diego is seeking a senior autonomy engineer to lead the technical delivery of complex autonomy capabilities across Emerging Domains. You will own integration efforts and drive platform-agnostic solutions, shaping the next generation of autonomous systems.

Collaboration with platform teams, cross-functional engineering groups, and external partners will be common as you guide development from design reviews through live testing and mission readiness. Travel 10–20% is expected.