Senior Staff Engineer - Systems Integration (C++/Python)

Shield AI; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 184,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Job summary

Shield AI in the United States is seeking a C++ generalist who thrives on solving complex challenges in systems and cross‑language software. You’ll design, implement, and maintain C++ and Python across cross‑platform environments, and contribute to robust simulation and integration work with third‑party tools.

The role emphasizes performance, CI/CD, and modern agile practices, including GitLab CI, Docker, CMake, and Conan. A SECRET clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 4 years with a Master’s, or 2 years with a PhD.
• Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++14/17/20) with legacy codebase experience.
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and debugging tools.
• Experience with Python.
• Experience with CI/CD and test automation.
• Experience with Docker.
• Active SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain C++ and Python software across cross‑platform systems.
• Contribute to system architecture with focus on performance and maintainability.
• Develop and support APIs and messaging interfaces (e.g., gRPC, REST, ZeroMQ).
• Integrate third‑party software and hardware, including real‑time and simulation tools.
• Debug and support distributed systems with attention to threading and data flow.
• Apply agile practices such as test‑driven development and continuous integration.
• Improve CI/CD workflows using GitLab CI, Docker, CMake, and Conan.
• Collaborate across teams to share solutions and promote good software practices.
• Continuously learn and adapt to new tools and technologies.

Skills

Modern C++

Python

Linux/Unix

CI/CD

Docker

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

CMake

Conan

GitLab CI

Job description

Shield AI in the United States is seeking a C++ generalist who thrives on solving complex challenges in systems and cross‑language software. You’ll design, implement, and maintain C++ and Python across cross‑platform environments, and contribute to robust simulation and integration work with third‑party tools.

The role emphasizes performance, CI/CD, and modern agile practices, including GitLab CI, Docker, CMake, and Conan. A SECRET clearance is required.