Shield AI · 1 day ago
Principal Engineer, State Estimation (Dallas, TX) (R4035)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$275K/yr - $412K/yr
12+ years expShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. As a Principal State Estimation Engineer, you will develop advanced sensor fusion algorithms for UAV navigation, ensuring robust performance in dynamic environments.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Develop and implement advanced state estimation algorithms, including inertial navigation, sensor fusion, and alternative navigation techniques for denied environments
Design and optimize state estimation frameworks to integrate data from IMUs, GNSS receivers, visual odometry, magnetometers, barometers, and radar systems
Build real-time sensor processing pipelines for UAV platforms, focusing on robustness, accuracy, and failover performance
Collaborate with autonomy, software, and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration of state estimation components within larger autonomous systems
Lead simulation, lab testing, and field validation of state estimation algorithms to assess performance under varying operational conditions
Stay on the forefront of navigation and state estimation innovation—adapting emerging technologies and research into deployable, mission-ready solutions
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree; or 14 years with a master's degree; or a PhD with 12 years of experience; or equivalent practical experience
Deep experience developing real-time navigation and/or sensor fusion algorithms with IMUs, GPS, and other sensors
Strong understanding of state estimation techniques (e.g., Kalman filters, extended and unscented variants, particle filters, etc.)
Proficiency with C++11 or newer; experience with real-time operating environments
Comfort with Linux, scripting, and standard development tools
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work across engineering disciplines and with external partners
Proven track record of successfully shipping products, showcasing the ability to navigate through development cycles, overcome obstacles, and deliver high-quality solutions to meet project deadlines and exceed expectations in a fast-paced environment
You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Preferred
Experience developing and implementing inertial navigation solutions for GPS-denied or degraded environments
Knowledge of computer vision techniques
Proficiency in optimizing algorithms for compute-constrained systems
Experience with CUDA or other hardware acceleration technologies (e.g. FPGAs)
Proven track record of transitioning from R&D to production
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Equity
Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Company
Shield AI
Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.31BKey Investors
Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures
2025-03-06Series F· $240M
2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M
2023-10-31Series F· $300M
Leadership Team
Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
Recent News
2025-12-11
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