Senior Engineer, Autonomy (R5710)

Shield AI; Melbourne (KY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Engineer, Autonomy to design, build, and deploy real-world autonomous capabilities for uncrewed systems in Kentucky, including Melbourne. This hands-on role blends software development with robotics, perception and path planning, joining a high-performing team shaping the future of AI pilots for practical deployments.

You’ll work on challenging autonomy problems as a senior engineer with a focus on C++ development and robotics integration, contributing to

Qualifications

• Hands-on C++ development experience in robotics or autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and deploy autonomous capabilities for uncrewed systems.
• Blend software development with robotics, perception, and path planning.
• Collaborate with the Hivemind Solutions team to advance AI pilots.

Skills

C++

Job description

Shield AI is a venture-backed defence technology company building intelligent autonomous systems for aircraft. Our mission is to protect service members and civilians through AI and autonomy.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Senior Engineer, Autonomy to join our Hivemind Solutions team and help design, build, and deploy real-world autonomous capabilities for uncrewed systems. This is a hands-on engineering role, blending software development with robotics, perception, and path planning. You’ll be joining a high-performing team shaping the future of AI pilots for solving real-world problems.

If you’re a capable C++ developer with a passion for robotics and autonomy, this is your chance to make a real impact.