Autonomy for the world. Backed by a16z.
About the role
As an Software Engineer II on the HMS Factory Team, you will help build and maintain automated testing, log-analysis, and scenario-generation tools that support the Hivemind Platform (HMP). You will work with experienced software, autonomy, and systems engineers to help teams evaluate AI Pilot behaviors through repeatable simulation testing and data-driven performance analysis. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline, equivalent practical experience may be considered
- Foundational software-development experience in Python gained through coursework, internships, research, personal projects, or professional experience
- Familiarity with Python scripting, automation, and data processing. Experience with libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, matplotlib, or similar tools is helpful
- Familiarity with Linux development environments, including command-line tools, basic shell scripting, software installation, and debugging
- Understanding of core software-engineering practices, including Git-based version control, code review, automated testing, and debugging
- Familiarity with structured data formats and APIs, such as JSON, YAML, CSV, REST APIs, or command-line interfaces
More about this role
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and YouTube .
As an Software Engineer II on the HMS Factory Team, you will help build and maintain automated testing, log-analysis, and scenario-generation tools that support the Hivemind Platform (HMP). You will work with experienced software, autonomy, and systems engineers to help teams evaluate AI Pilot behaviors through repeatable simulation testing and data-driven performance analysis.
This is a hands-on engineering role for an early-career developer interested in autonomy, simulation, software test infrastructure, data analysis, and distributed systems. You will contribute Python-based tooling, test automation scripts, analysis utilities, and documentation that help...
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