Perception Software Engineer I — In‑Person, Equity Eligible

Shield; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 77,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is hiring an entry-level Autonomous Software Engineer to contribute to perception software for autonomous systems. You will work on well-defined tasks and collaborate with experienced engineers in a full-time, in-person role.

Your education and coursework should include C++ or Python, with exposure to computer vision or sensor fusion. You will join a team building perception tools and validating sensor data in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in a relevant field (CS/Robotics/EE).
• Foundational C++ or Python through coursework, projects, or research.
• Exposure to computer vision, robotics, or sensor fusion concepts.

Responsibilities

• Implement small, well-defined C++ changes to perception software and data processing.
• Analyze sensor data using established workflows and validate results.
• Run tests and investigations with guidance, documenting assumptions and results.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Git

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or higher in CS/Robotics/EE

Tools

OpenCV

PyTorch

ROS

Job description

Shield AI is hiring an entry-level Autonomous Software Engineer to contribute to perception software for autonomous systems. You will work on well-defined tasks and collaborate with experienced engineers in a full-time, in-person role.

Your education and coursework should include C++ or Python, with exposure to computer vision or sensor fusion. You will join a team building perception tools and validating sensor data in a hands-on environment.