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Introduction to Shield AIShield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Shield AI is a fast growing, venture-backed defense-technology company built around a team of proven executives, distinguished warfighters, and world-class AI engineers. Since 2018, Shield AI’s products and people have supported operations around the world with the US Department of Defense and our allies.
EmployerShield AIJob TitleStaff EngineerJob Requisition20786.2.8Salary$215,166 per yearJob LocationSan Diego, CaliforniaJob DutiesResearch and development of world-class state estimation, mapping, and artificial intelligence algorithms; perform analysis of project data to determine specifications or requirements; analysis of robot flight data from field experiments to diagnose causes of failure and troubleshoot poor algorithm performance, apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields; responsible for comprehensive enhancement of sensor models within a state-of-the-art simulation environment; development of a new sensor front-end for the state estimator; understanding of the sensor model and the various use-cases for the sensor; produce an accurate and consistent overall state estimate; research, development, implementation, and testing of computationally efficient state estimation algorithms that provide robust, accurate estimates of a robot's pose at all times as it moves through a wide range of environments; analysis of robot flight data from field experiments to diagnose causes of failure and troubleshoot poor algorithm performance; documentation of mathematical derivations and theory-based justifications associated with state estimation algorithms; communicating state estimation design decisions to stakeholders from other technical teams; keeping abreast of current research in fields relevant to state estimation to supply novel ideas to solve current problems and inspire future algorithm development.May telecommute.Job RequirementsMust have a Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field and 24 months of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.Contact InstructionsTo apply, please email resume to erin.parker@shield.ai. Must reference job 20786.2.8.
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Total compensation: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity (if applicable)Actual 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. Information on the benefits offered is here. All offers are contingent on a cleared background check.
Location guidelines-Onsite = 5 days/week Hybrid = Several days in the office Remote = Remote but able to come to the office as requested for business needs
If you're interested in being part of our team, apply now!
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. To conform to U.S. Government regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
EmployerShield AIJob TitleStaff EngineerJob Requisition20786.2.8Salary$215,166 per yearJob LocationSan Diego, CaliforniaJob DutiesResearch and development of world-class state estimation, mapping, and artificial intelligence algorithms; perform analysis of project data to determine specifications or requirements; analysis of robot flight data from field experiments to diagnose causes of failure and troubleshoot poor algorithm performance, apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields; responsible for comprehensive enhancement of sensor models within a state-of-the-art simulation environment; development of a new sensor front-end for the state estimator; understanding of the sensor model and the various use-cases for the sensor; produce an accurate and consistent overall state estimate; research, development, implementation, and testing of computationally efficient state estimation algorithms that provide robust, accurate estimates of a robot's pose at all times as it moves through a wide range of environments; analysis of robot flight data from field experiments to diagnose causes of failure and troubleshoot poor algorithm performance; documentation of mathematical derivations and theory-based justifications associated with state estimation algorithms; communicating state estimation design decisions to stakeholders from other technical teams; keeping abreast of current research in fields relevant to state estimation to supply novel ideas to solve current problems and inspire future algorithm development.May telecommute.Job RequirementsMust have a Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field and 24 months of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.Contact InstructionsTo apply, please email resume to erin.parker@shield.ai. Must reference job 20786.2.8.
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Total compensation: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity (if applicable)Actual 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. Information on the benefits offered is here. All offers are contingent on a cleared background check.
Location guidelines-Onsite = 5 days/week Hybrid = Several days in the office Remote = Remote but able to come to the office as requested for business needs
If you're interested in being part of our team, apply now!
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. To conform to U.S. Government regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
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