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Staff Engineer, Infrastructure

Introduction to Shield AI

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies.

Shield AI has developed a software factory for building, optimizing, evaluating, and analyzing autonomy solutions. The technology has drawn significant interest from industry. We are currently working with these customers to investigate modern warfighting problems and develop/deliver solutions. This position will support deploying, integrating, maintaining, and developing components of this factory for our autonomy teams and customers within isolated/specialized environments.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Work with a small team of engineers and administrators
Integrate our AI training factory and tooling onto new hardware
Provide software updates and configuration management between various isolated environments
Ensure proper operation of our AI training factory and tooling
Coordinate with autonomy teams to build and meet requirements
Solve challenging and important problems

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or 4 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience.
3+ years demonstrated experience with cloud computing solutions and architecture, with a focus on Kubernetes and container orchestration
Experience with supporting C++ or Python-based applications
Solid understanding of Linux/Unix-based systems (specifically in networking and experience in designing and implementing networked applications)
BS/MS in Computer Science, similar degree, or equivalent practical experience
Demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Experience debugging/troubleshooting deployed, distributed problems
Experience developing and deploying automation tooling (ex. Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
Must be available to support onsite in Crystal City and surrounding NOVA area
The ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance. US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with Authentication and Authorization frameworks and protocols
DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 Compliance
Experience supporting Golang-based applications

$150,402 - $226,046 a year

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Total package details for U.S. based positions:

- Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

- Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days

of employment)

- Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity

Total package details for International based positions (where applicable):

- International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer

allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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CEO of Shield AI

Ryan Tseng

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What You Should Know About Staff Engineer, Infrastructure, Shield AI

Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge as a Staff Engineer, Infrastructure at Shield AI in the Washington DC Metro Area? Founded in 2015, Shield AI is on a mission to protect service members and civilians by developing advanced intelligent systems. Join a small but driven team of engineers and administrators focused on deploying and maintaining a state-of-the-art AI training factory designed to revolutionize modern warfighting. You’ll be responsible for integrating innovative AI tooling onto new hardware, providing crucial software updates, and ensuring everything operates smoothly within isolated environments. Your expertise in cloud computing solutions, particularly with Kubernetes and container orchestration, will be invaluable as you collaborate with autonomy teams to not just meet, but exceed project requirements. This role also requires a strong problem-solving mindset as you tackle distributed challenges within these advanced systems. With an emphasis on teamwork, integrity, and a commitment to high standards, you’ll contribute to projects that are currently making a real difference on the ground for the U.S. Department of Defense and its allies. If you're driven, have a solid background in Linux/Unix, and a passion for cutting-edge technology, Shield AI could be your next career step. Enjoy a competitive salary between $150,402 and $226,046, along with a performance bonus and comprehensive benefits. If you’re excited about making an impact with us, we’d love to hear from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Staff Engineer, Infrastructure Role at Shield AI

What qualifications do I need to be a Staff Engineer, Infrastructure at Shield AI?

To qualify for the Staff Engineer, Infrastructure position at Shield AI, you typically need at least 7 years of related experience coupled with a Bachelor's degree, or 6 years with a Master's degree, or 4 years with a PhD. Additionally, strong expertise in cloud computing, particularly Kubernetes, and experience with C++ or Python-based applications are essential.