Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588)

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Boston, MAPosted 12 weeks ago

Role Overview

Shield AI is hiring a Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588). This is a full-time role in Boston. Part of Shield AI's Qa hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Staff-level Qa roles is $170k-$215k (based on 30 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

About The Team

The Autonomy Capabilities team at Shield AI has assembled a diverse team of experts in software, robotics, control systems, optimization, and data analysis to create software solutions that greatly evolve the capabilities of our customers. The team is responsible for developing autonomous behaviors within Shield AI’s industry-leading mission autonomy software stack and deploying them across a breadth of platforms, including the Anduril Fury, Northrup Grumman Talon, Shield AI V-Bat, and other first- and third-party autonomous vehicles. We work in close coordination with specialist teams in software integration, hardware, and test engineering to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588) position at Shield AI?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Shield AI. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588) position at Shield AI located?

This position is based in Boston. Shield AI has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588) at Shield AI earn?

Shield AI has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588) role at Shield AI posted?

This role was posted on April 29, 2026 (85 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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