As a DevOps Engineer, you’ll own our CI/CD and automation stack — driving developer velocity, pipeline health, and large-scale test execution from single-agent runs to cluster-orchestrated mission scenarios. This is a hands-on IC role that removes bottlenecks, accelerates iteration, and ensures every engineer can test and ship with speed and rigor.
What you'll do:
Own and operate the CI/CD system across autonomy, embedded, and ground software.
Improve developer velocity by reducing build/test cycle time and eliminating pipeline bottlenecks.
Scale simulation test execution in CI — from containerized single-agent runs to orchestrated clusters.
Manage infrastructure for builds and tests (Azure DevOps, Git, Artifactory, cloud build agents).
Fully automate common tasks to create a self-service DevOps model allowing developers to be fully empowered.
Partner with developers to resolve build/test failures quickly and set best practices for integration.
Integrate CI pipelines with HIL and simulation environments for automated validation.
Implement monitoring, dashboards, and alerts for CI/CD health and performance.
Collaborate with the Developer Ops teams across Shield AI to introduce new technologies, best practices, and shared standards.
Required qualifications:
BS in CS, CE, EE, or related field with 7+ years industry experience (or MS/PhD with 5+ years).
Strong expertise in CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
Proficiency with containers and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, cloud build clusters).
Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
Hands-on experience integrating automated testing into CI pipelines.
Demonstrated success improving developer productivity at scale.
Demonstrated track record of excellence as a primary contributor on projects - showcasing the ability to navigate through development cycles, overcome obstacles, and deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to obtain a S//SAR level security clearance desired.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience building simulation or HIL-based test pipelines.
CMake/C++ expertise or equivalent.
Strong understanding of dependency management and proficiency with either Conan or CPM.
Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Ansible) and monitoring (Grafana, Prometheus).
Background in robotics, autonomy, or aerospace systems.
Skills Required
- BS in CS, CE, EE, or related field with 7+ years industry experience (or MS/PhD with 5+ years)
- Strong expertise in CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
- Proficiency with containers and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, cloud build clusters)
- Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Hands-on experience integrating automated testing into CI pipelines
- Experience managing build/test infrastructure (Git, Artifactory, cloud build agents)
- Demonstrated success improving developer productivity at scale
- Demonstrated track record as a primary contributor delivering high-quality solutions
- Ability to obtain a S//SAR level security clearance
- Experience building simulation or HIL-based test pipelines
- CMake/C++ expertise or equivalent
- Proficiency with dependency management (Conan or CPM)
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Ansible) and monitoring (Grafana, Prometheus)
- Background in robotics, autonomy, or aerospace systems
What the Team is Saying
Shield AI Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials describe excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside a mental‑health EAP. Site perks such as an onsite gym in DC and a gym discount in San Diego support a health‑focused offering.
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Retirement Support — Careers materials highlight a 401(k) with company match as part of the standard package. A Total Rewards overview emphasizes retirement features within a broader, transparent compensation view.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Compensation for in‑demand technical and senior go‑to‑market roles is described as competitive, with visible engineering ranges and top‑end packages. This points to meaningful upside tied to role, level, and scarce skills.
Shield AI Insights
What We Do
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.
Why Work With Us
What makes Shield AI special is our people. We unlock the power of autonomy, and in the face of overwhelming odds and challenges, we find ways to win and make a difference for our customers. We bring together software, AI, and aerospace engineering disciplines to deploy the most intelligent aviation capabilities in the world.
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