Shield AI · 2 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Hardware Test (R3998)
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$128K/yr - $192K/yrShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Senior Software Engineer in Hardware Test will develop software to automate hardware testing and integrate test results with manufacturing software, ensuring high reliability of aerospace hardware.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Architect, design, and develop software drivers and interfaces in Python for hardware systems, including PCBAs, avionics, sensors, and automated test equipment
Design and implement automated test frameworks to validate aircraft components and subsystems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and repeatability across multiple programs
Develop and evolve CI/CD pipelines that enable continuous integration, automated validation, and seamless deployment of test stand software
Build and maintain scalable test infrastructure and shared libraries, promoting modularity, reusability, and consistency across teams and platforms
Automate system provisioning and configuration management to accelerate deployment and maintenance of new test stands and test environments
Develop real-time monitoring and data visualization tools (e.g., Grafana) to deliver actionable insights during test execution and system debugging
Lead and participate in design and code reviews, championing sound architectural principles, testability, observability, and reliability throughout the software stack
Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, systems, and QA teams to integrate software and test capabilities into broader aircraft validation workflows
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field
Mastery of fundamental computer science topics
Advanced skillset for developing software in Python
Experience with Linux including Bash scripting and networking
Ability to configure and maintain small computer networks
Experience working on complex software development projects, which can be from an internship, job, club, team, personal project, etc…
Demonstrated history of showing ownership of project outcomes and delivering exceptional results
Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Preferred
Comfort working with hardware, as the testcases you write will interface with circuit boards, motors, and sensors
Mastery of fundamental engineering concepts including EE, Mech E, Programming, Physics, and Mathematics
Experience writing drivers for electronics test equipment
Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Equity
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.
Founded in 2015
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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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
Washington Technology
2026-01-11
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