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Software Engineer, Embedded Applications (R5068)

Shield AI · Dallas, Texas; Seattle, Washington

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$150,000 – $290,000
Remote
On-site
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C++, C, SystemVerilog, RTOS

Embedded software engineer role on the X-BAT Embedded Software Team, developing C/C++ avionics software for UAV aircraft. Work includes sensor and subsystem interfaces, architecture and design reviews, and HIL test systems. Required skills include embedded C/C++, BSPs, and computer architecture; preferred skills include DO-178C, FPGA with SystemVerilog, and RTOS.

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit

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Job Description:

We are seeking skilled, experienced embedded software engineers with relevant experience in C++ in embedded systems to join our X-BAT Embedded Software Team focused on developing complex avionics software that merges hardware and embedded applications for cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). 

The Embedded Software Engineer works with in a high pace environment with a cross-functional team of program stakeholders, electrical engineers, Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) engineers, systems engineers, test engineers and the autonomy team, to design and develop software systems which utilize modern aerospace sensors, state-of-the-art UAV avionics. 

What you'll do:

    Required qualifications:

      Preferred qualifications:

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        Full-time regular employee offer package:

        Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

        Temporary employee offer package:

        Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

        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. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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        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.

        Compensation: USD 150,000 – 290,000 per year salary

        Technologies

        C++CSystemVerilogRTOS
        Shield AI
        Shield AI

        Job details

        TypeFull-time
        Work ModeOn-site
        LevelSenior
        Location🇺🇸Dallas, TX🇺🇸Seattle, WA
        Salary$150,000 - $290,000
        PostedNov 06, 2026
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