Senior Staff Engineer, Front-End/Full Stack (R3237)

A venture-backed defense technology company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems, developing autonomy software Hivemind for aircraft and drones.
$174,200 - $261,301
Frontend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
501 - 1,000 Employees
10+ years of experience
AI · Defense · Robotics

Description For Senior Staff Engineer, Front-End/Full Stack (R3237)

Shield AI, established in 2015, is a pioneering defense technology company that's revolutionizing military and civilian protection through intelligent systems. Their flagship product, Hivemind autonomy software, powers various aircraft and drones for complex missions in challenging environments.

As a Senior Staff Engineer on the Hivemind Commander (HMC) team, you'll be at the forefront of developing their core product suite. This role involves creating and implementing foundational services that enable both human operators and third-party systems to interact with Hivemind Edge (HME) autonomy systems and aircraft. The position requires expertise in React, Node.js, and TypeScript, with a focus on building robust command and control interfaces.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that directly impacts service members' and civilians' safety. You'll be collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop sophisticated control systems for autonomous solutions, requiring both technical excellence and strategic thinking. The position demands 10+ years of experience in developing large-scale production systems and deep knowledge of distributed systems architecture.

Working from their San Diego office, you'll be part of a company with a strong presence across the US and international operations. The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $174,200 to $261,301, plus additional benefits including equity, bonuses, and comprehensive international benefits for overseas positions. This is an ideal opportunity for a senior engineer passionate about combining advanced technology with meaningful real-world applications in defense and autonomous systems.

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Responsibilities For Senior Staff Engineer, Front-End/Full Stack (R3237)

  • Contribute to the HMC platform for integrating and interfacing with autonomous solutions
  • Build, extend and document interfaces for internal and customer use
  • Contribute to building a robust command and control software development kit (SDK)
  • Become deeply familiar with the entire HME System and its extension points

Requirements For Senior Staff Engineer, Front-End/Full Stack (R3237)

React
Node.js
TypeScript
  • 10+ years of related experience developing large, production quality software systems
  • 3+ years demonstrated experience with React/Node/Typescript and Material UI
  • Expertise and deep experience with architectural design and implementation of large and complex distributed systems
  • Professional experience working with designers and user experience researchers
  • Demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards

Benefits For Senior Staff Engineer, Front-End/Full Stack (R3237)

Equity
Visa Sponsorship
Relocation Benefits
  • Salary + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • International premium (for international positions)
  • Hardship differential
  • Cost of living differential
  • Living quarters allowance
  • Foreign service transfer allowance
  • Visa assistance
  • Relocation assistance

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