Engineer II, Software Test and Automation (R6221)

Shield; United States; Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Zusammenfassung

Shield AI is seeking a Python-focused QA engineer to develop automated tests and validation tools for autonomy software. You will work with cross-functional teams to implement regression, integration, and performance tests and to integrate them into CI/CD workflows.

You will analyze test results, help debug issues, and build dashboards and reports that track software quality metrics. This role offers a path to impact deployment of autonomous systems across programs.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• Python programming experience from coursework, projects, or student teams.
• Familiarity with software development and debugging fundamentals.
• Interest in robotics, autonomy, embedded systems, or software testing.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Aufgaben

• Develop Python-based automated tests, test utilities, and analysis tools for autonomy software validation.
• Support verification and validation across simulation, SIL, HIL, VIL, and system environments.
• Build and improve regression, integration, functional, and performance tests with guidance.
• Analyze test results, identify unexpected behavior, and assist with debugging.
• Develop scripts and tools to reduce manual testing and improve repeatability.
• Support software quality metrics, dashboards, test reports, and readiness assessments.
• Assist with integrating automated tests into CI/CD workflows for rapid feedback.

Kenntnisse

Python programming

Test automation

Debugging

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Master's degree in CS/CE/EE or related field

Tools

Linux

Docker

CI/CD

Jobbeschreibung

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BATaircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visitwww.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI onLinkedIn,X,Instagram, andYouTube.

What you'll do:

- Develop Python-based automated tests, test utilities, and analysis tools supporting autonomy software validation.

- Support verification and validation activities across simulation, SIL, HIL, VIL, and representative system environments.

- Build and improve regression, integration, functional, and performance tests with guidance from experienced engineers.

- Analyze test results, identify unexpected system behavior, and assist with debugging software and integration issues.

- Develop scripts and tools that reduce manual testing effort and improve the repeatability of test execution and analysis.

- Support the development of software quality metrics, dashboards, test reports, and readiness assessments.

- Assist with integrating automated tests into CI/CD workflows to provide rapid feedback to software developers.

- Collaborate with autonomy software, systems engineering, flight test, and integration teams to understand system behavior and validation requirements.

- Participate in laboratory and hardware testing of autonomous systems, sensors, flight controllers, networking equipment, and mission computers.

- Identify opportunities to improve test coverage, automation, documentation, and validation workflows.

Required qualifications:

- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent practical experience may be considered.

- Python programming experience from coursework, projects, research, or student teams.

- Familiarity with software development and debugging fundamentals.

- Interest in robotics, autonomy, aerospace, embedded systems, or software testing.

- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred qualifications:

- Experience with Linux, Git, or Docker.

- Exposure to automated testing, unit testing, or integration testing.

- Experience with sensors, flight controllers, embedded systems, or networking.

- Coursework or projects in robotics, controls, autonomy, computer vision, or embedded systems

Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed toequal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.