Shield AI
deep-tech
SeniorEngineer,SystemsTest
“Senior Engineer, Systems Test at Shield AI. Skills: Python, simulation-based test frameworks, autonomy software. Develop automated tests. ensure software quality”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure Hivemind software quality and stability; ensure our autonomy software performs reliably; ensure mission and safety requirements are met; validate Hivemind autonomy behavior and performance; automate testing, data processing, and analysis workflows; validate Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) / Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) / Vehicle-in-the-Loop (VIL) and simulation environments; define testing methodologies, metrics, and performance benchmarks for autonomy software validation; Support the scaling and reliability of simulation infrastructure used for large-scale software validation; ensure traceability and knowledge sharing across teams; integrate test coverage directly into the development pipeline (CI/CD)
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills; analytical skills
The ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET Clearance, US citizenship is required, fast-paced environments
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s, Python, robotics, small UAS, analytical skills, problem-solving skills, debugging skills, SECRET Clearance, US citizenship
Nice to Have
Experience testing autonomous systems, robotics software, flight autonomy algorithms, C++, software/hardware integration concepts, HIL test environments, VIL test environments, machine learning, AI-driven autonomy systems, simulation infrastructure design, distributed testing, test data management, Quality Assurance (QA) experience, process definition, metrics, validation tracking, aerospace, defense, mission-critical software, Active SECRET clearance
What You'll Do.
Develop automated tests
ensure software quality
ensure software stability
Identify software issues
reproduce software issues
diagnose software issues
ensure requirements are met
Design test frameworks
implement test frameworks
maintain test frameworks
validate autonomy behavior
Develop test harnesses
develop data validation tools
Contribute to testing methodologies
Support simulation infrastructure
Maintain test documentation
ensure knowledge sharing
Integrate test coverage
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborating closely with development teams; work effectively with cross-functional software, hardware and mechanical engineering teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills
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