Senior Staff Linux Driver Engineer (R1919)

Introduction to Shield AI
Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Shield AI is a fast growing, venture-backed defense-technology company built around a team of proven executives, distinguished warfighters, and world-class AI engineers. Since 2018, Shield AI’s products and people have supported operations around the world with the US Department of Defense and our allies.


Job Description: 
Responsible for software bring up on new systems, integration of Linux drivers and device trees for a variety of sensors, performing data analysis to evaluate system performance. 

Working very cross functionally, closely with our autonomy team and AI foundations team to deliver functional robotic systems.
Projects that you might work on:
  • Bring up new robotic platforms and related systems  
  • Create software for system diagnostics and testing  
  • Work with and modify internal software build systems  
  • Write and modify Linux kernel drivers 
  • Creating custom Linux device trees for a robotic system  
  • Create network software 

  • Required qualifications:
  • Minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent experience.
  • Bachelors in CS, CE, or EE 
  • Strong C++ background a must 
  • You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others 
  • Linux Kernel Development 
  • Preferred qualifications
  • Robotics experience is a plus  
  • Experience with certified platforms is a plus 
  • #LI-OE1 



    Total compensation: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity (if applicable)
    Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. Information on the benefits offered is here. All offers are contingent on a cleared background check.

    Location guidelines-
    Onsite = 5 days/week
    Hybrid = Several days in the office
    Remote = Remote but able to come to the office as requested for business needs

    If you're interested in being part of our team, apply now! 

    Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 
     
    To conform to U.S. Government regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 
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