Shield AI · 9 hours ago
Technical Program Manager, Quality Engineering (R4219)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$170K/yr - $260K/yr
8+ years expShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Technical Program Manager for Quality Engineering will ensure the quality of the Hivemind Enterprise platform by managing complex software test automation projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver software releases on time and with high quality.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software releases for the Hivemind Enterprise platform
Drive major initiatives building out rigorous simulation-based test automation for autonomy software
Drive large complex test operations from CI through HIL and flight test
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and customer engagement, to define test scope, objectives, and deliverables
Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion
Facilitate regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project status, challenges, and accomplishments
Drive continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and methodologies
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the program management team
Facilitate technical decision making to appropriately prioritize work and make complex trades
Reinforce Shield AI's reputation for technical excellence and ability to deliver through expert engagement and disciplined execution
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Computer Science, or a related field with 8+ years of work experience in Program Management, Engineering Management or Software Test Engineering; alternative degrees are acceptable if professional experience is focused in testing Enterprise Software, Artificial Intelligence, or Robotics
Experience driving testing of complex software and integrated HW/SW systems
Experience driving software test operations for software high-reliability and high uptime
You have a track record of driving results, not just providing status
You have solid technical foundations in test engineering and software development, with deep knowledge of how to optimize the software development lifecycle
You have the ability to recognize efficiency and inefficiency in projects and prioritize remedies based on accurate cost-benefit analysis
You are an exceptional, fundamentals-driven problem solver and communicator
You have a demonstrated record of setting and achieving goals in dynamic environments, working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Power user of Jira or work management tools
Power user of TestRail, qTest or other test management frameworks
Preferred
Advanced degree in Computer Science or MBA
Previous experience as a software developer or a test engineer
Previous experience driving test operations for enterprise software, ideally for software used by software engineers
Previous experience managing flight test operations or autonomous systems testing
Passionate about software documentation
Autonomy, AI, ML expertise
PMP, Scrum Master, or similar qualifications
Must have worked very closely with software test engineering teams, not just managing schedules and budgets
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
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