Jobs at Shield AI

990,173 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.

Senior Staff, SI/PI Engineer

Company: Celestial AI

Location: South Bay

Posted May 23, 2023

Celestial AI, a pioneer in Photonic Fabric optical interconnect technology, is seeking a Senior SI/PI Engineer. The company, backed by over $160 million in funding, aims to revolutionize AI with sustainable business models. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or RF, 5+ years of experience in signal/power integrity, and expertise in time and frequency domain simulation and measurement. They will work closely with various engineering teams, resolving technical issues and driving for Celestial AI's success. The role requires strong project management, communication skills, and a can-do attitude. The company offers an attractive total compensation package, including a competitive base salary and early-stage equity.

Digital Designer

Company: Vectra AI

Location: Boston, MA

Posted May 24, 2023

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AI Training for Personal Training Experts

Company: Scale AI

Location: Remote

Posted May 23, 2023

The text describes an opportunity to work remotely as a writer to help train AI models. The role is suitable for personal trainers or physiotherapists with experience in writing professionally on health and wellness topics. The company, Scale, is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Sr. Software Engineer, AI

Company: Celestial AI

Location: South Bay

Posted May 23, 2023

Celestial AI is a company creating the Photonic Fabric optical interconnect technology platform for scalable, disaggregated data centers and AI advancements. They have assembled a team of industry leaders and recently closed a Series B financing. The company aims to serve a projected $200 billion market by 2030 and is developing software for ML inference using C++ and Python.

Engineer Manager

Company: Gradient AI

Location: Remote

Posted May 24, 2023

Gradient AI is a fast-growing startup that offers a fun, team-oriented culture, generous stock options, and a full benefits package. They are looking for an engineering manager to lead a team of software and data engineers who are building AI/ML models for the insurance industry.

Director, Data Engineering and Machine Learning Operations

Company: Relyance AI

Location: Remote

Posted May 24, 2023

Relyance Inc is hiring for the position of Director, Data Engineering and Machine Learning Operations in San Mateo, CA. The role involves leading machine learning infrastructure components, partnering with machine learning and platform engineers, and constructing a foundation for global data infrastructure. The job duties include designing, architecting, managing, and hiring the Data Engineering and Machine Learning Operations Team, developing scalable and reliable machine learning infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with privacy by design principles.

UVM Verification Engineer

Company: Celestial AI

Location: South Bay

Posted May 23, 2023

Celestial AI is a company creating optical interconnect technology for scalable, disaggregated data centers, with a focus on AI. They have a strong team and recently raised $160 million in Series B financing. They are looking for a UVM testbench creator for their custom AI processor.

Senior/Staff Fullstack Engineer

Company: Lightning AI

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 23, 2023

Lightning AI is a company reimagining the way AI is built, focusing on simplicity, sustainability, modularity, and extensibility. They aim to enable individual and enterprise users to build deployment-ready AI tools without having to hire experts or sink resources into in-house infrastructure. The company is backed by $58.6 million in funding and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. They are looking for a Staff or Senior Fullstack Engineer to work on developing and scaling their Lightning AI platform.

Senior UVM Verification Engineer

Company: Celestial AI

Location: South Bay

Posted May 23, 2023

Celestial AI is a company that creates Photonic Fabric optical interconnect technology platform. They have a highly experienced team and recently closed a Series B financing to accelerate their growth. The company is looking for a verification engineer to work on their custom AI processor.

Senior Application Software Engineer (USA)

Company: Evolv AI

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 23, 2023

Evolv AI is seeking a software engineer to join their high-growth Artificial Intelligence startup in San Francisco. The company delivers real-time experimentation and personalization in the digital experience and has established substantial recurring revenue.

Senior Software Engineer, Front End

Company: Altana AI

Location: New York City, NY

Posted May 23, 2023

Altana provides a dynamic map of the global supply chain using AI and machine learning. The company aims to power a new era of globalization organized around trusted supply chain networks.

Enterprise Customer Success Manager/TAM (Northeast)

Company: Vectra AI

Location: New York City, NY

Posted May 23, 2023

Vectra is a leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises. The Vectra Platform captures packets and logs across network, public cloud, SaaS, and identity by applying patented security-led AI to surface and prioritize threats for rapid threat response. Vectra's threat detections are powered by a deep understanding of attacker methods and problem-optimized AI algorithms. Organizations around the world rely on Vectra to see and stop threats before a breach occurs.

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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