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# Engineer I, Software - Autonomy Capabilities - New Grad - 6129

- **Company:** Shield AI
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $77,200 - $211,200
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Business Software, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Motion Planning, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Software Technical Review, Multi-Agent Systems, State Machines, Git, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Multiplatform
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/engineer-i-software-autonomy-capabilities-new-grad-6129-san-diego-ca--3fa08a7d-104c-4d80-be42-d6beeb68eff9

## About the Role

System Integration (SI), YouTube, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Simulation, LinkedIn, Technical Support, Technical Operations, International Operations, Software Development, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, * Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, graduating between December 2026 and August 2027.

 * Foundational C++ or Python programming demonstrated through coursework, projects, research, internships, or work experience.
 * Coursework or project exposure to robotics, controls, planning, AI, simulation, or optimization.
 * Familiarity with Linux, Git, debugging, and basic software-testing practices.
 * Ability to break down well-defined problems, communicate progress, and use feedback to improve work.
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 * Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Prior internship or co-op experience writing software.
 * Projects involving path planning, controls, state machines, multi-agent systems, or simulation.
 * Experience with ROS, pub-sub systems, CMake, containers, CI, or automated tests.
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 * Experience building simulation, visualization, or data-analysis tools.

## Description

The Autonomy Capabilities team develops reusable software that enables autonomous systems to plan, decide, coordinate, and execute missions. Our work includes mission behaviors, motion planning, multi-agent coordination, and contingency handling across unmanned platforms.

As an entry-level engineer, you will build and test well-defined autonomy software with regular guidance from experienced engineers. This is a full-time role focused on learning the codebase and delivering small, reviewable changes rather than owning an algorithm or architecture end to end.

What you'll do:

 * Implement small, well-defined C++ changes to autonomy capabilities, examples, configuration, or tooling.
 * Add unit tests and simulation scenarios using established frameworks and expected behaviors.
 * Analyze simulation outputs and reproduce failures using logs, visualizations, and debug tools with guidance.
 * Help connect autonomy capabilities to perception products, platform interfaces, and mission software.
 * Document assumptions, test results, and setup instructions; participate in code and design reviews.
 * Work with autonomy, perception, integration, and simulation teammates to understand how capabilities are used., We are seeking Autonomous Software Engineers for full-time roles starting in 2027! This is a paid, in-person, full-time position for students graduating during the 2026-2027 academic year. We are now reviewing applications for positions starting after graduation in 2027.