Senior Staff Software Engineer — Autonomous Pilot Integration, Emerging Domains

Job overview

The Senior Staff Software Engineer role is onsite in Washington, DC; pay is $233,760–$350,640 per year. 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

• Define technical strategy and architecture for autonomy on new platforms
• guide development and deployment across space, maritime, and contested logistics
• partner with platform teams and customers
• lead architecture reviews and integration standards
• guide release and mission readiness
• resolve complex hardware/software integration issues
• support testing and mission debriefs
• and mentor technical talent.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior staff software engineer

autonomous pilot integration

emerging domains

washington dc

shield ai

autonomy software

c++

linux

systems integration

space and maritime

$233,760–$350,640

10–20% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

The team’s work includes short-term research and development and integration efforts intended to grow into larger programs. The role typically involves 10–20% travel and requires the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

About the employer

Shield AI is hiring for this role. Industry: Software Publishers. Sector: 51.