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Shield AI · 14 hours ago

Embedded Engineering Fall 2026 Co-Op (Boston, MA)

Boston, MA

Contract

Onsite

New Grad

$35/hr - $50/hr

Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. They are seeking a Co-op candidate to join their Embedded Software team in building autonomous aircraft, where responsibilities include developing complex avionics software and collaborating with cross-functional engineers.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

You will be given ownership of a project that is tailored to the start date, duration, and location of your Co-op

You will be partnered with a senior engineer as mentor and guide for technical input and professional development

Develop high-quality C/C++ code

Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews

Integrate software from multiple departments to include firmware, software test and verification, Autonomy AI, and Ground Control Stations (GCS)

Develop software systems to implement and integrate interfaces to modern avionics sensors, sub-systems, and payloads

Facilitate the design process for updates to the software system architecture

Qualification

C/C++Embedded systemsFirmware developmentVersion control (git)Build systems (CMake)AgilityCommunication skillsTeamworkAdaptability

Required

Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of coursework towards a degree in a related field (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer)

Strong C/C++ background

Experience in bare-metal firmware development for embedded systems

Experience in a collaborative development environment, focused on continuous integration/delivery & unit testing to assure software quality

Familiarity with common version control (git) and build systems (CMake, or similar)

Demonstrated record of working hard, strong communication skills, being a trustworthy teammate, and being kind to others

Preferred

Experience working on cutting-edge autonomous robotic systems

Proven background in thriving within fast-paced environments, particularly within startup or R&D settings. School projects are applicable experience

Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes

Classroom or project experience in developing code (Verilog, VHDL) for FPGAs

Benefits

Housing stipend provided for those who qualify.

PTO

401k

Healthcare

Company

Shield AI

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Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.

Founded in 2015

San Diego, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.shield.ai

H1B Sponsorship

Shield AI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (3)

2024 (3)

2021 (1)

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$1.31B

Key Investors

Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures

2025-03-06Series F· $240M

2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M

2023-10-31Series F· $300M

Leadership Team

Gary Steele

Chief Executive Officer

Brandon Tseng

Co-Founder

Recent News

Morningstar.com

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2026-01-19

Washington Technology

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2026-01-11

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