Autonomy Engineering Manager: Robotics & Defense Systems

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shield aiBrooklyn (NY)

Robotics Engineers Engineering Services

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About the role

Shield AI is seeking a senior engineering leader to own the autonomy team's technical delivery and people growth. You will mentor engineers, guide system architecture, and ensure rapid prototyping through live tests and field deployments in defense programs. Successful candidates will have strong C++ production software experience, robotics expertise, and a track record of delivering complex autonomy capabilities for air, ground, or mixed platforms, with the ability to work across

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