Develop and deploy full-stack Foundry-integrated applications supporting manufacturing, supply chain, aircraft operations, MES, ERP, and analytics. Build backend services, data transformations, APIs, and React interfaces; model large datasets; integrate Palantir Foundry APIs and ontology; write tested, maintainable code; collaborate with cross-functional teams; and contribute to architecture and technical roadmaps.
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
The Applications team within Software Integration & Operations builds internal tools that power Shield AI’s most critical operations across Production, Customer Success, Supply Chain, and Engineering. Our portfolio spans over-the-air (OTA) update systems, simulation training platforms, fleet sustainment software, and enterprise applications supporting aircraft manufacturing.
We’re growing quickly and looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer to help design, develop, and deploy robust applications that directly enable manufacturing, operational planning, and execution — all within a Foundry-integrated ecosystem.
If you thrive in fast-moving environments, enjoy solving complex problems with modern software, and want to see your code deliver immediate impact, this role is for you.
What you'll do:
- Execute the development and release of Foundry-backed applications that power MES, ERP, and operational analytics.
- Develop end-to-end features: From backend services and data transformations to user-facing interfaces — ensuring performance, maintainability, and security.
- Collaborate with production managers, engineers, and supply chain teams to understand workflows and deliver scalable software solutions.
- Leverage Palantir Foundry: Use Foundry’s APIs, ontology, and visualization tools to integrate data across multiple domains.
- Deliver continuously: Write well-tested, maintainable code and iterate quickly based on real-world feedback.
- Shape the roadmap: Contribute to technical direction, make sound architecture decisions, and help scale our Foundry development capabilities.
Required qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in full-stack application development with proven ownership of deployed solutions.
- Hands-on experience designing and building React application and TypeScipt/Javascript based backend (API)
- Strong skills in data modeling, working with large datasets, and building analytical workflows.
- Solid foundation in software design, testing, and documentation.
- Ability to deliver complex projects independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
Preferred qualifications:
- Familiarity with Palantir Foundry (ontology, pipelines, APIs, visualization) or other large-scale data platforms.
- Hands-on experience designing and operating Python data-processing pipelines
- Experience building software for manufacturing, supply chain or aircraft maintenance.
- Familiarity with modern software delivery practices (version control, testing, CI/CD).
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
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 a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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