Senior Autonomy Software Engineer, Space Systems

Shield; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Shield AI in the United States seeks a Senior Software Engineer to build autonomy behaviors powering satellites and defense applications. You will design, implement, and deploy high-performance software across platforms, balancing near-term delivery with long-term maintainability.

Join a team delivering distributed optimization, tasking, and track fusion for space systems, with opportunities to influence roadmaps and participate in cross-functional integration efforts.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Typically requires 5+ years with a Bachelor’s or 2+ years with a PhD; or equivalent.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python; familiarity with RTOS.
• Background in robotic controls, motion planning, optimization, and distributed decision-making.
• Experience with unmanned systems and space-domain simulations (AFSIM/NGTS).
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to obtain SECRET clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

• Develop autonomy behaviors powering Shield AI products from design through deployment.
• Turn complex mission needs into reliable, scalable software across platforms.
• Collaborate with perception, planning, simulation, hardware, and flight-test teams for integration.

Skills

C++

Python

RTOS

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Tools

AFSIM

NGTS

Job description

Shield AI in the United States seeks a Senior Software Engineer to build autonomy behaviors powering satellites and defense applications. You will design, implement, and deploy high-performance software across platforms, balancing near-term delivery with long-term maintainability.

Join a team delivering distributed optimization, tasking, and track fusion for space systems, with opportunities to influence roadmaps and participate in cross-functional integration efforts.