Engineering Manager, CI, Build and Packaging (R3884) at Shield AI

California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Defense, Aerospace, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of experience in Software Engineering, or equivalent engineering roles
3+ years of people leadership experience
Strong understanding of C++ (or other compiled language), Linux and CMake
Experience with AWS public cloud infrastructure
B.S. or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Organized and methodical
Demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Preferred qualifications
Knowledge and experience of Rust
Experience with Conan Package Manager (Conan 2 preferred)
Experience building production ready developer tools from scratch
Experience with drones or automated vehicles
Experience in other similar DevOps/DevEx roles, with hands on implementation

Responsibilities

Lead and grow the CI, Build and Packaging team — coach and develop engineers, manage performance, and foster a culture of operational excellence, user empathy, and continuous improvement
Set strategic direction for the Build and Packaging function, in partnership with Software Operations and engineering leadership. This includes defining priorities, making technical trade-offs, and aligning with company-wide goals
Own the developer productivity roadmap, including build system reliability, CI/CD optimization, developer tooling, and standardization of engineering workflows and guidelines
Drive cross-functional collaboration, working closely with engineering teams to understand friction points, gather feedback, and ensure Build and Packaging efforts are solving real and impactful problems
Ensure observability of developer productivity by defining and interpreting metrics and signals that measure engineering health, software quality, and development velocity
Oversee architecture decisions related to internal tooling and infrastructure that supports scalable and efficient software development
Represent the voice of developers in engineering planning by championing ease-of-use, system resilience, and feedback loops within Hivemind’s developer ecosystem

Skills

CI/CD

Build Systems

Software Packaging

Developer Tooling

Team Leadership

Performance Management

Roadmap Planning

Metrics Definition

Cross-functional Collaboration

Shield AI

Develops AI and autonomous systems for defense

About Shield AI

Shield AI specializes in creating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems specifically for the defense industry. The company develops AI-powered systems, including autonomous drones, that assist military operations, especially in environments where GPS and communication may not be available. This technology allows for safer and more efficient defense operations. Shield AI differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on advanced AI capabilities and securing significant contracts with government and military clients, such as the multi-billion dollar EWAAC contract. The company's goal is to enhance operational capabilities and safety in military contexts, ultimately aiming to protect lives through its innovative solutions.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$772.8MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, DefenseIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical Insurance Coverage

Long Term Disability Insurance

Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Subsidized Gym Membership

Pet Insurance

Competitive Compensation

Retirement Services

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Bereavement Support

Flexible Work Hours

PTO

Paid Holidays

Commuter Benefits

Relaxed Dress Code

Yearly Swag Items

Unlimited Snacks

Bottomless Beverages

Annual Celebrations

Work From Home Benefits

Standing Desks and Widescreen Monitors

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Waymo could divert investment from Shield AI.

Geopolitical tensions may challenge the JSW Defence partnership for V-BAT production in India.

Dependency on Palantir's infrastructure may limit Shield AI's operational flexibility.

Differentiation

Shield AI's Hivemind is the first autonomous AI pilot deployed in combat since 2018.

Strategic partnerships with Palantir and JSW Defence enhance technological capabilities and market reach.

Shield AI's V-BAT drone is selected for a $198 million U.S. Coast Guard contract.

Upsides

Increased demand for autonomous systems in defense boosts Shield AI's market potential.

Successful multi-aircraft autonomous flight tests showcase advanced AI piloting capabilities.

Significant investment in robotics indicates a robust market for Shield AI's offerings.

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