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# Embedded Software Engineer at shieldai

Department: V-BAT Division

Compensation

$160,000 – $250,000/yr

**Setup**
: On-site

**Location**
: Dallas, Texas

**Type**
: Full-time, Other

**Level**
: senior

**Posted**
: Sep 4, 2026

## Description

Shield AI is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer to develop and maintain C/C++ firmware and software architectures for V-Bat unmanned aerial vehicles. The role covers bare-metal and RTOS development, real-time operating-system integration, robotic vehicle control, CI/CD pipelines, software verification, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and deployment to production and customers. Candidates need substantial C/C++ and embedded software experience, Linux Kernel or RTOS development, multi-threading knowledge, and a STEM degree.

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