Shield AI
Overview
Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company founded in 2015 with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. Shield AI has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia). Shield AIs technology supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. Job Description: As a Senior Software Engineer on the Enterprise Operations team, you will work on the development of full-stack applications using C#/Blazor or Python, while driving DevOps automation and CI/CD improvements across internal platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline software delivery using Azure DevOps, GitHub, Artifactory, and SonarQube. Your expertise in infrastructure-as-code, deployment automation, and secure coding practices will help accelerate Shield AIs mission-critical engineering workflows. This role offers the opportunity to shape scalable, enterprise-grade solutions that support the companys rapid growth and operational excellence. What youll do
Design and develop scalable, full-stack applications using C#/Blazor or Python, supporting Shield AIs enterprise workflows and digital infrastructure. Foster engineering best practices and drive continual improvement across DevSecOps, code quality (e.g., SonarQube), and platform security. Help with escalated support tickets in the Enterprise Operations team. Required qualifications
Typically requires a minimum of 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a bachelors degree; or equivalent practical experience. Strong experience developing and maintaining internal web applications using C#/Blazor and/or Python. Hands-on expertise with DevOps practices and tooling, including CI/CD pipeline development (Azure DevOps preferred), version control (Git), and artifact management (Artifactory). Experience with automation, infrastructure-as-code, and quality tools such as SonarQube. Solid understanding of secure software development, system integration, and enterprise-scale architecture. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a track record of cross-functional teamwork. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated commitment to ownership, continuous improvement, and being a reliable, respectful team member. Preferred qualifications
Experience developing software within a DoD, defense, or government contractor environment. Background in implementing DevSecOps practices in secure environments. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep). Working knowledge of secure software development practices, static/dynamic analysis, and artifact attestation. Experience integrating with enterprise identity and access management systems, including support for SSO, RBAC, and audit logging. Proficiency with Blazor Server/WebAssembly and Python for building tools in support of secure development workflows. Benefits and equal opportunity
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and 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. Offers may include a salary range, bonus, benefits, and equity; compensation is influenced by factors including skill, experience, licenses, and location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company founded in 2015 with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. Shield AI has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia). Shield AIs technology supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. Job Description: As a Senior Software Engineer on the Enterprise Operations team, you will work on the development of full-stack applications using C#/Blazor or Python, while driving DevOps automation and CI/CD improvements across internal platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline software delivery using Azure DevOps, GitHub, Artifactory, and SonarQube. Your expertise in infrastructure-as-code, deployment automation, and secure coding practices will help accelerate Shield AIs mission-critical engineering workflows. This role offers the opportunity to shape scalable, enterprise-grade solutions that support the companys rapid growth and operational excellence. What youll do
Design and develop scalable, full-stack applications using C#/Blazor or Python, supporting Shield AIs enterprise workflows and digital infrastructure. Foster engineering best practices and drive continual improvement across DevSecOps, code quality (e.g., SonarQube), and platform security. Help with escalated support tickets in the Enterprise Operations team. Required qualifications
Typically requires a minimum of 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a bachelors degree; or equivalent practical experience. Strong experience developing and maintaining internal web applications using C#/Blazor and/or Python. Hands-on expertise with DevOps practices and tooling, including CI/CD pipeline development (Azure DevOps preferred), version control (Git), and artifact management (Artifactory). Experience with automation, infrastructure-as-code, and quality tools such as SonarQube. Solid understanding of secure software development, system integration, and enterprise-scale architecture. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a track record of cross-functional teamwork. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated commitment to ownership, continuous improvement, and being a reliable, respectful team member. Preferred qualifications
Experience developing software within a DoD, defense, or government contractor environment. Background in implementing DevSecOps practices in secure environments. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep). Working knowledge of secure software development practices, static/dynamic analysis, and artifact attestation. Experience integrating with enterprise identity and access management systems, including support for SSO, RBAC, and audit logging. Proficiency with Blazor Server/WebAssembly and Python for building tools in support of secure development workflows. Benefits and equal opportunity
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and 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. Offers may include a salary range, bonus, benefits, and equity; compensation is influenced by factors including skill, experience, licenses, and location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr