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. Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. 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.

Develop high-quality C/C++ code tailored specifically for X-Bat aircraft, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety.

Leading cross-functional teams to create systems of software features to implement advanced robotic avionics capabilities.

Own complex software capabilities from design to production.

Integrate software from multiple departments to include firmware, software test and verification, Autonomy AI, and Ground Control Stations (GCS)

Develop software systems to implement and integrate interfaces to modern avionics sensors, sub-systems, and payloads

Facilitate the design process for updates to the software system architecture

Use modern software development tools and processes to capture our existing architecture and design future architectures

Report status, risks, accomplishments, expectations to senior leadership

Design and implement systems capable of conducting tests across various environments,



including virtualized hardware and hardware-in-the-loop simulations, to facilitate thorough evaluation of software functionality and performance.

Develop innovative tools to enhance the frequency and reliability of software deployment, test execution, and data analysis within a continuous integration and release system, fostering improved efficiency and productivity in software development workflows.

Strong embedded software development experience in C/C++.

Strong understanding of Oriented Object Programming and modern C++ features.

Strong knowledge of embedded software, BSPs or other systems software components.

Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and network protocols fundamentals.

Experience producing high-quality technical documentation, including architecture, detailed designs, and test plans.

Proven track record of successfully shipping products, showcasing the ability to navigate through development cycles, overcome obstacles, and deliver high-quality solutions to meet project deadlines and exceed client expectations in a fast-paced environment

Proactively identify opportunities for improvement within software development projects, demonstrating initiative to propose and implement innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall project success and X-Bat reliability

S, PhD degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline, such as Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.

Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes.

Full-time regular employee offer package:

Temporary employee offer package:

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

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📌 Senior Software Engineer (PhD Required) (Madrid)
🏢 shieldai
📍 Madrid