Simulation Framework Engineer II: C++/Python for Autonomy

Shield; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI in San Diego is seeking a Simulation Framework Engineer (L2) to join the Simulation Framework Team. You will develop and maintain C++ and Python software that connects modeling and simulation environments with autonomy software, building adapters and plugins for reusable components.

You will help migrate HMSSimBlocks to HMSF, port modules, test functionality, and support integration teams by investigating framework, plugin, and data-exchange issues under senior guidance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related technical discipline or equivalent practical experience.
• Foundational programming in C++ and Python from coursework or work.
• Familiarity with Linux development and basic scripting.
• Understanding of Git, debugging, testing, and automation practices.
• OO design, APIs, modular software, and distributed systems exposure.
• Interest in modeling/simulation, autonomy, and defense tech.

Responsibilities

• Develop, compile, test, and maintain C++ and Python software for simulation adapters and interfaces.
• Contribute to baseline integrations for AFSIM, NGTS, Aechelon, HMSSimBlocks, and HMSF.
• Port features from HMSSimBlocks to HMSF and validate migration considerations.
• Maintain HMSSimBlocks integrations for legacy programs.
• Help build reusable simulation components and plugin patterns for sensor/models.
• Assist with CIGI-based plugins and interfaces for simulator communication.
• Verify CSF loading, DDS messages, GRID interface, and Hivemind SDK compatibility.
• Diagnose integration issues via logs, network traffic, and configurations.
• Write unit tests, automated tests, and developer documentation.
• Participate in code reviews and cross-functional debugging.

Skills

C++ programming

Python programming

Linux

Git

Software debugging

Strong communication

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AFSIM

NGTS

Aechelon

HMSSimBlocks

HMSF

CIGI

DDS

ROS 2

Job description

Shield AI in San Diego is seeking a Simulation Framework Engineer (L2) to join the Simulation Framework Team. You will develop and maintain C++ and Python software that connects modeling and simulation environments with autonomy software, building adapters and plugins for reusable components.

You will help migrate HMSSimBlocks to HMSF, port modules, test functionality, and support integration teams by investigating framework, plugin, and data-exchange issues under senior guidance.