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# Autonomy Software Engineer at shieldai

Department: Hivemind Solutions Division

**Setup**
: On-site

**Location**
: London, England

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: senior

**Posted**
: Jun 24, 2026

## Description

Shield AI is hiring a UK-based Autonomy Software Engineer to lead the delivery of autonomous behaviors for unmanned platforms across air, land, sea, and space domains. The role covers requirements, architecture, C++ software development, testing, verification, validation, behavior planning, multi-agent coordination, mission systems integration, and full software lifecycle ownership, while also mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with vehicle integration and operational teams. The position requires a relevant advanced degree, production-level C++ expertise, and at least seven years of experience in autonomous systems or related software engineering areas.

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