Shield AI, Dallas, Texas +1
We build and operate the platform that our engineers and our customers rely on.
The platform isn't a product that's ever "finished." It's something we improve continuously. Every deployment, outage, bug, and annoying manual task is an opportunity to make the system better.
An L3 Platform Engineer is a fully contributing member of that effort.
This isn't a ticket factory. We expect engineers to think critically, collaborate closely, and continuously improve both the platform and the way we build it.
If you're looking for a role where you're handed tickets, disappear for a week, and come back with a pull request, this isn't it.
Software is never finished.
Your goal isn't simply to make today's feature work.
Your goal is to leave the code, infrastructure, and deployment process easier to change tomorrow.
If humans perform the same task repeatedly, the system probably needs improvement.
Manual processes are temporary.
Automation is the destination.
Large changes hide mistakes.
Small changes expose them.
We value engineers who can decompose large problems into safe, incremental improvements.
Platform engineering is a collaborative discipline.
You bring potential solutions to the team, clearly explain your reasoning and tradeoffs, and help the team build a shared understanding of the code or design not merely produce it. You are responsible for understanding, validating, and clearly communicating the work you contribute.
When something goes wrong, we don't stop at fixing it.
Incidents should improve the platform.
No one is expected to know everything.
We do expect you to learn quickly and become productive in unfamiliar systems.
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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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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.
Our engineering culture is built on Extreme Programming and Continuous Delivery.
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.
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