Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Emerging Domains

Job overview

The Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Emerging Domains role is onsite in Dallas, TX, with stated annual compensation of $195,200–$292,800. Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems; this role supports its Emerging Domains autonomy team.

What you'll do

• Lead technical delivery and integration of autonomy software for new platforms
• develop platform interfaces, payload integration, mission autonomy, and operational deployment
• guide feature crews and mentor engineers
• coordinate with platform and cross-functional teams
• lead design reviews and architecture discussions
• drive validation and release readiness
• support live tests and operational events
• debug autonomy and embedded systems
• analyze mission data
• and improve integration and deployment processes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff software engineer

autonomous pilot integration

emerging domains

autonomy software

c++

linux

systems integration

defense technology

dallas tx

shield ai

secret clearance eligibility

10–20% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The full-time regular employee offer package includes pay within the listed range, bonus, benefits, and equity.

Why this role

The posting requires expert C++ and Linux development experience, experience leading complex autonomy or systems integration, and ability to obtain a SECRET clearance. Team members typically travel around 10–20% of the year.

About the employer

Shield AI is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.