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Senior Staff Engineer, Systems Integration (R5415)

Shield AI· Hivemind Solutions Division – Integration & Test
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San Diego, CA, Washington, DC$212k - $318kFull Time EmployeePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Senior staff engineer focused on C++/Python software for cross-platform systems integration, real-time distributed systems, and CI/CD improvements in a defense-tech environment. Role emphasizes architecture, APIs, third-party integrations, and robust software practices across simulation environments and development workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain C++ and Python software in support of complex, cross-platform systems.
  • Contribute to system architecture with a focus on performance, maintainability, and integration.
  • Develop and support APIs and messaging interfaces (e.g., gRPC, REST, ZeroMQ).
  • Integrate third-party software and hardware systems, including real-time and simulation tools.
  • Debug and support distributed systems, with attention to threading, timing, and data flow.
  • Apply modern agile practices such as test-driven development, continuous integration, and automated testing.
  • Improve and maintain CI/CD workflows using tools like GitLab CI, Docker, CMake, and Conan.
  • Collaborate across teams and projects to share solutions and promote good software practices.
  • Continuously learn and adapt to new tools, standards, and technologies.

Qualifications

  • Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 4 years and a Master’s degree; or 2 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience.
  • Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++14/17/20) with the ability to work effectively in legacy codebases (C++98/03).
  • Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments, including system-level development and debugging tools.
  • Experience with Python.
  • Professional experience in Linux environments (Windows experience is a bonus).
  • Solid understanding of system-level engineering and design patterns.
  • Experience in a collaborative environment with CI/CD and test automation.
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.
  • Active SECRET clearance.

Skills

Required:C++ (modern)PythonLinux/UnixCI/CDDocker

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Temporary employee offer package: pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  • Salary compensation is influenced by skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location
  • All offers contingent on cleared background and possible reference check
  • Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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