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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Staff Technical Program Manager (R5215) - **Company:** Shield AI - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $170,000.0 - $260,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Software Documentation, Scrum Methodology, Release Management, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=85a4159d7115828b ## About the Role Do you have experience in Software engineering?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * B.S. in Computer Science, or a related field with 8+ years of work experience in Program Management, Engineering Management or Software Test Engineering; alternative degrees are acceptable if professional experience is focused in testing Enterprise Software, Artificial Intelligence, or Robotics * Experience driving testing of complex software and integrated HW/SW systems. * Experience driving release management and software test operations * You have a track record of driving results, not just providing status * You have solid technical foundations in test engineering and software development, with deep knowledge of how to optimize the software development lifecycle * You have the ability to recognize efficiency and inefficiency in projects and prioritize remedies based on accurate cost-benefit analysis * You are an exceptional, fundamentals-driven problem solver and communicator * You have a demonstrated record of setting and achieving goals in dynamic environments, working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills * Power user of Jira or work management tools, * Advanced degree in Computer Science or MBA * Previous experience as a software developer or a test engineer * Previous experience driving software releases or test operations for enterprise software used by software engineers * Passionate about software documentation * Autonomy, AI, ML expertise * PMP, Scrum Master, or similar qualifications ## Description As Technical Program Manager you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of Hivemind Enterprise, a software development kit that enables both Shield AI and third parties to create a new generation of unmanned systems and mission applications that deliver transformative capabilities for the U.S. and its allies. You will work with sponsors, product managers, designers and a talented cross-functional engineering team to lead on-time, on-quality software releases. This Technical Program Manager role requires a versatile individual who can plan and manage complex software test automation projects and flight test operations., * Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software releases for the Hivemind Enterprise platform * Drive major initiatives building out rigorous simulation-based test automation for autonomy software * Drive large complex test operations from CI through HIL and flight test * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and customer engagement, to define test scope, objectives, and deliverables * Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule * Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion * Facilitate regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project status, challenges, and accomplishments * Drive continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and methodologies * Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the program management team * Facilitate technical decision making to appropriately prioritize work and make complex trades * Reinforce Shield AI's reputation for technical excellence and ability to deliver through expert engagement and disciplined execution ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Excellent Software Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/87-excellent-software-testing) - [Coffee with Developers - Cassidy Williams - ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/912-coffee-with-developers-cassidy-williams) - [The AI-Native Engineering Org: What’s Real, What’s Hype, What’s Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100004-the-ai-native-engineering-org-what-s-real-what-s-hype-what-s-next) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 132 - Binging WADFlix?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/473-dev-digest-132-binging-wadflix) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)