Engineering Manager, Task Planning (R2424)

Engineering Manager, Task Planning (R2424)

Shield AI

Published 26 Sep 2024

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$188000-$281000 annually

Full Time

Role Highlights

CMake

C++

S3

AI

Motion Planning

Computer Science

Integrations

Product Management

CI

Operating Systems

Operations

Agile

Research

Middleware

Testing

Google Analytics

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Docker

GCC

LLVM

Description

Shield AI, a defense technology company founded in 2015, aims to protect service members and civilians using intelligent systems. This role involves leading a team that focuses on artificial intelligence, task and motion planning, and controls for autonomous systems. The Engineering Manager will work on developing innovative algorithms and core systems that enhance the autonomy capabilities of various unmanned aerial systems. Collaboration with other engineers and teams will be key to defining technical roadmaps and ensuring scalable infrastructure.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates are required to have five or more years of experience in software engineering, including at least two years in a leadership role with teams of four or more. A Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related engineering field is necessary. Proficiency in C++ 11 or newer in a production environment is also essential. The role demands strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills, with a focus on modern software engineering best practices and collaborative development environments.

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Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the worlds best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). Shield AIs products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies. Backed by top-tier Silicon Valley VC funds, Shield AI has established itself as the leader in AI for aviation. Shield AI has been named to Forbes AI 50 and Best Startups lists, CB Insights Top 100 AI Companies, and Fast Companys Most Innovative Companies. The company has offices and facilities in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C. and Abu Dhabi. We're hiring: