Staff Presales Engineer

A venture-backed defense technology company founded in 2015, developing intelligent autonomous systems for protecting service members and civilians.
$150,697 - $226,046
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
AI · Robotics · Defense

Description For Staff Presales Engineer

Shield AI, established in 2015, is an innovative defense technology company dedicated to protecting service members and civilians through intelligent autonomous systems. With offices spanning San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi, Kyiv, and Melbourne, the company has established a global presence in developing cutting-edge defense solutions.

As a Staff Presales Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of customer engagement, providing crucial technical expertise for Shield AI's enterprise software products. This role combines deep technical knowledge with customer-facing responsibilities, requiring both software engineering expertise and strong communication skills. You'll work with the Hivemind enterprise software stack, contributing to various technical documentation and conducting demonstrations for potential clients.

The position offers an attractive compensation package ranging from $150,697 to $226,046, complemented by bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and equity participation. This is an ideal opportunity for experienced professionals with at least 5 years of industry experience and strong proficiency in C++, Python, and Linux systems.

The role demands a unique blend of technical expertise and customer engagement skills, making it perfect for those who enjoy both technical challenges and client interaction. You'll be responsible for everything from contributing to white papers and proposals to troubleshooting SDK demos and conducting on-site customer visits globally. The position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge autonomous systems while playing a crucial role in the company's customer engagement strategy.

Working at Shield AI means joining a company at the intersection of defense technology and artificial intelligence, with a meaningful mission of protecting lives through innovative technology. The company's global presence and focus on advanced autonomous systems make this an exciting opportunity for those interested in making a significant impact in the defense technology sector.

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Responsibilities For Staff Presales Engineer

  • Contribute to White Papers, Request For Information Responses, Contract review, and Proposals
  • Generate and deliver technical briefings tailored to customer needs
  • Become a user of the Hivemind enterprise software stack
  • Support the development and execution of demos
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and training materials
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with SDK demos
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to address customer feedback and improve products
  • Visit customers on site globally to support presales activities

Requirements For Staff Presales Engineer

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Strong technical writing skills
  • 5+ years of experience of industry experience
  • Technical background in software engineering
  • Intermediate proficiency in writing modern C++ code
  • Intermediate proficiency in writing Python code
  • Intermediate proficiency with Linux operating systems
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits For Staff Presales Engineer

  • Bonus
  • Benefits Package
  • Equity

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