Job Overview
Location
Dallas, Texas
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Software Engineering
Date Posted
May 7, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • Senior Engineer, Software Engineering Tools role focused on building internal tools that accelerate development of cutting-edge aircraft in the defense industry.
- • Partner with engineers across disciplines to design, build, and support tooling ranging from automation scripts to robust frameworks and platforms.
- • Embedded in daily workflows, these tools represent high-impact software enabling faster development, better decision-making, and efficient delivery of advanced capabilities.
- • Contribute to Shield AI’s mission of protecting service members and civilians through intelligent systems like V-BAT, X-BAT, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision.
- • Work in a venture-backed deep-tech company with global operations across the U.S., Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
- • Develop solutions that directly support engineering teams in bringing innovative defense technologies to life more efficiently.
🎯 Requirements
- • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
- • Proven experience developing internal tools, automation scripts, or platforms that improve engineering workflows.
- • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or similar languages used in tool development.
- • Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to understand needs and deliver tailored solutions.
- • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD practices.
- • Ability to design scalable, maintainable software that integrates into complex development environments.
🏖️ Benefits
- • Opportunity to work on high-impact software that directly supports national defense and advanced aircraft development.
- • Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.
- • Access to cutting-edge technology and resources in a fast-growing deep-tech company.
- • Professional growth through exposure to multidisciplinary engineering challenges.
- • Competitive compensation and benefits package (implied by venture-backed status and senior role).
- • Flexible work environment supporting innovation and engineering excellence.
Skills & Technologies
About Shield AI, Inc.
Shield AI develops autonomous systems and artificial intelligence for defense and commercial aviation. Its Hivemind AI pilot enables unmanned aircraft and drones to operate without GPS, communications, or remote pilots. The company’s products include the V-BAT vertical takeoff and landing drone and software for fighter aircraft autonomy. Founded in 2015, Shield AI serves U.S. and allied military forces, focusing on contested environments and battlefield applications. The company integrates machine learning, sensor fusion, and edge computing to provide resilient, intelligent platforms for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions.
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