Software Engineer, Embedded Firmware (R2524)
Shield AI
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Boston, MA, USA
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About Shield AI
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its flagship autonomy software, Hivemind, powers aircraft, drones, and other platforms, enabling complex missions with high reliability in contested environments. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., and internationally, Shield AI’s products actively support U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn,Twitter, and Instagram.
The Embedded Software team is a motivated group of engineers focused on developing the software that merges hardware, operating systems and applications for cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). Embedded Software engineers work with electrical engineers, systems engineers, and the autonomy team to design and develop custom PCB’s and systems which support modern aerospace sensors, state-of-the-art UAV avionics, and groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence applications.
As a member of the Embedded Software team, you will be responsible for software bring up on custom electronic boards and systems, integration of new operating systems and writing of drivers for a variety of sensors and interfaces, designing and developing applications to provide flight control, navigation, vehicle health, and AI driven autonomous control of various autonomous robotic vehicles.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Develop firmware in C++ to interface with new sensors and control flight-critical components
- Create software for system diagnostics and testing
- Research, design, and implement state-of-the-art network centric software applications, taking ideas from conception to field deployment
- Prototype and bring up new hardware platforms
- Develop novel and efficient solutions in domains such as motor control, radio communications and vehicle networking
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 0 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
- Bachelors in CS, CE, EE, or requisite experience
- Strong C/C++ background
- Experience in bare-metal firmware development for embedded systems
- Experience in a collaborative development environment, focused on continuous integration/delivery & unit testing to assure software quality
- Familiarity with common version control (git) and build systems (CMake, or similar)
- Demonstrated record of working hard, strong communication skills, being a trustworthy teammate, and being kind to others
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years professional avionics software development experience
- Experience in Linux Kernel or RTOS development - device trees and bring up on new hardware
- Experience working on safety-critical applications in a regulated industry (civil aviation, automotive, etc.)
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Total package details for U.S. based positions:
- Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
- Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days
of employment)
- Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity
Total package details for International positions which are roles based outside of the United States (where applicable):
- International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer
allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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