Shield AI · 1 day ago
Senior Engineer, Foundry Applications (R3934)
Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Senior Engineer in Foundry Applications will design, develop, and deploy applications that enhance operational planning and execution within a Foundry-integrated ecosystem.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Execute the development and release of Foundry-backed applications that power MES, ERP, and operational analytics
Develop end-to-end features: From backend services and data transformations to user-facing interfaces — ensuring performance, maintainability, and security
Collaborate with production managers, engineers, and supply chain teams to understand workflows and deliver scalable software solutions
Leverage Palantir Foundry: Use Foundry’s APIs, ontology, and visualization tools to integrate data across multiple domains
Deliver continuously: Write well-tested, maintainable code and iterate quickly based on real-world feedback
Shape the roadmap: Contribute to technical direction, make sound architecture decisions, and help scale our Foundry development capabilities
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in full-stack application development with proven ownership of deployed solutions
Hands-on experience designing and operating Python data-processing pipelines with pandas, NumPy, Dask, and PySpark
Strong skills in data modeling, working with large datasets, and building analytical workflows
Solid foundation in software design, testing, and documentation
Ability to deliver complex projects independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Preferred
Familiarity with Palantir Foundry (ontology, pipelines, APIs, visualization) or other large-scale data platforms
Typescript and modern front-end frameworks (React, Vue, etc.)
Experience building software for manufacturing
Familiarity with modern software delivery practices (version control, testing, CI/CD)
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.
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
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