Jobs at Shield AI

990,027 open positions

Shield AI transforms autonomous flight with AI‑driven UAVs, most notably the Hummingbird platform that blends computer vision, SLAM, and real‑time decision‑making to enable pilots to focus on mission strategy.

Hiring focuses on software engineers, data scientists, robotics and hardware developers, cybersecurity specialists, program managers, and operations staff. Applicants face system‑design challenges, algorithmic puzzles, and domain knowledge in aviation and defense regulations, and can expect rapid iteration cycles and cross‑functional teamwork.

Job Transparency’s transparent salary ranges, employee sentiment scores, and benefits insights let candidates compare Shield AI offers against industry norms, assess team culture, and prioritize roles that match career ambitions.

Research Scientist, AllenNLP

Company: Allen Institute for AI (AI2)

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Aug 18, 2024

The job posting is for a Research Scientist position at the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence (Ai2). The role involves leading research to advance the science and technology of Open Language Model (OLMo) and mentoring early-career researchers. The job requires a PhD in natural language processing or a related area, experience in deep learning frameworks, and a strong foundation in generative AI and natural language processing.

Senior Research Engineer, AllenNLP

Company: Allen Institute for AI (AI2)

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Aug 18, 2024

The job posting is for a Senior Research Engineer position at the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence (Ai2). The role involves designing and implementing code for training large language models, building scalable machine learning pipelines, and collaborating with colleagues. The posting highlights the company's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.

Machine Learning Engineer II (NLP)

Company: Suki Ai

Location: Other US Location

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Suki is a digital assistant that aims to reduce the administrative burden on doctors by providing a voice user interface for healthcare. The company is looking for a machine learning engineer to join their team and work on improving their platform.

ML Engineer (Customer Facing)

Company: Lightning AI

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Lightning AI is a company that aims to simplify and streamline the development of artificial intelligence products. They value integrity, perseverance, and curiosity, and are committed to building an inclusive company and developing ethical AI. The company is looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join their sales team and work on building LLMCV apps, writing code, and partnering with engineering and product leaders.

Fullstack Engineer

Company: Lightning AI

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Lightning AI is a company that aims to simplify and streamline the development of artificial intelligence products. They value integrity, perseverance, and curiosity, and are committed to building an inclusive company and developing ethical AI. They are looking for a Fullstack Engineer to work on their platform and offer competitive benefits and perks.

Director of Compiler Engineering

Company: Axelera AI

Location: Europe,UK

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Axelera AI is a deeptech startup that has raised $120 million and built a team of 180+ employees. They have launched their Metis™ AI Platform, which achieves a 35x increase in efficiency and performance. The company is committed to innovation and has established itself as a global industry pioneer.

Staff Backend Engineer

Company: Fiddler AI

Location: Other US Location

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Fiddler AI is a company that aims to build trust into AI by providing transparent and explainable AI solutions. The company partners with organizations to help build a long-term framework for responsible AI practices and has received numerous accolades for its work in the field of Model Performance Management.

Hardware Systems Verification Engineer

Company: Untether AI

Location: Other US Location

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Untether AI is looking for engineers to join their team to create innovative hardware and deliver industry-leading AI performance and efficiency. The company is passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and offers a range of benefits and perks.

Senior R&D Engineer - Compiler Technology

Company: Axelera AI

Location: Europe,UK

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Axelera AI is a deeptech startup that has raised $120 million and has a team of 180+ employees. They have developed a Metis™ AI Platform that achieves a 35x increase in efficiency and performance. They are seeking a Senior Engineer to design and implement a neural network compiler.

Backend Engineer

Company: Lightning AI

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Lightning AI is a company that aims to simplify and streamline the development of artificial intelligence products. They value integrity, perseverance, and curiosity, and are committed to building an inclusive company and developing ethical AI. They are looking for a Backend Engineer to work on their platform and offer competitive benefits and perks.

AI Solution Engineer

Company: Axelera AI

Location: Europe,UK

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Axelera AI is a deeptech startup that has raised $120 million and has a team of 180+ employees. They have launched their Metis™ AI Platform and are seeking a talented AI Solution Engineer to join their dynamic team.

Compiler Engineer

Company: Untether AI

Location: Other US Location

Posted Aug 18, 2024

Untether AI is a rapidly growing startup building high-performance AI chips. They're looking for experienced Compiler Engineers to join their team and work on software that translates neural nets into efficient mappings on their hardware.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Shield AI?
Shield AI fosters a mission‑driven culture with high accountability, fast‑paced innovation, and collaborative teams. Employees work on cutting‑edge autonomous systems that directly impact national security, receive flexible work arrangements, competitive stock options, comprehensive health plans, and a strong emphasis on professional development and continuous learning.
What types of positions are available at Shield AI?
With 779 open roles, Shield AI hires across software, data science, robotics, hardware, cybersecurity, program management, operations, and support functions—all focused on autonomous UAV systems and defense applications.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Demonstrate deep expertise in AI, computer vision, or UAV systems; showcase a portfolio of relevant projects; solve algorithmic challenges; reference industry standards like DO‑254 or MIL‑STD‑810; tailor your résumé to highlight measurable impact; and prepare insightful questions that reflect a thorough understanding of Shield AI’s mission and technology stack.

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