Staff Engineer, Software Test

Shield AI

. Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks, validation tooling, and test infrastructure supporting autonomy software .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeMelbourne • AustraliaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining automated test frameworks and validation tooling, with strong proficiency in Python for automation and data analysis. Capable of integrating automated testing into CI/CD workflows and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and validation methodologies.

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Python Automation DevelopmentAutomated Test FrameworksCI/CD Pipeline IntegrationSoftware Verification and ValidationLinux-Based Development

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Hard Skills

Automated TestingTest Harness DevelopmentRegression TestingQuality Assurance MethodologiesData AnalysisDebugging Complex SoftwareValidation StrategiesPerformance TestingIntegration TestingSimulation Environments

Tools & Technologies

Test InfrastructureValidation ToolingDashboardsContinuous ValidationAutomation Coverage

Certifications & Qualifications

Australian Government Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

RoboticsAutonomyAerospaceDistributed SystemsSILHILVILExpeditionary OperationsEmerging Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks, validation tooling, and test infrastructure supporting autonomy software
Develop and execute verification and validation strategies across simulation, SIL, HIL, VIL, and representative system environments
Build automated regression, integration, functional, and performance test suites
Develop Python-based automation, test harnesses, and analysis tools
Analyze test results, identify software defects and integration issues, and support cross-functional root cause investigations
Develop software quality metrics, dashboards, and readiness assessments
Integrate automated testing into CI/CD workflows for continuous validation and rapid developer feedback
Collaborate with autonomy software, systems engineering, flight test, and integration teams to define validation strategies and readiness criteria
Improve test infrastructure, automation coverage, and validation methodologies across the Expeditionary and Emerging Operations portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field
4–7 years developing software test, verification, automation, or validation solutions for robotics, autonomy, aerospace, or other complex distributed systems
Strong proficiency in Python for automation, testing, and data analysis
Experience developing automated test frameworks, test harnesses, or validation infrastructure
Experience with Linux-based development environments
Experience validating software in simulation, SIL, HIL, and/or representative hardware environments
Experience debugging complex software and system integration issues
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and continuous validation practices
Strong understanding of software verification, regression testing, and quality assurance methodologies
Australian citizenship is mandatory
Must be eligible for an Australian Government security clearance at Baseline, NV1, or NV2 level; existing clearance is not required because sponsorship is available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Australian Government security clearance sponsorship and support
Opportunity to work on mission-critical intelligent systems protecting service members and civilians