Manager, Software Engineering - System Update Tools

The Solutions function at Shield AI is tasked with developing and deploying software applications that facilitate critical & advanced operational capabilities across various systems and use cases. As a Solutions Software Engineering Manager, you will lead a team responsible for the architecture, design, and development of integrated software applications that deploy software updates and optimize in-house flight operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting the team in designing and implementing reliable systems for delivering over-the-air (OTA) software updates to internal fleet & customers,
• Overseeing development of interactive software applications that simulate aircraft operations for training & demo purposes,
• Guiding the development of maintenance software and operator-facing applications that help staff track, schedule, and perform maintenance activities efficiently,
• Supporting and reviewing enhancements to tools that collect, process, and analyze flight data, providing actionable insights that improve flight safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards,
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure all software solutions integrate smoothly with existing systems, maintain system integrity and performance, and reduce code duplication.

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience,
• 6+ years of experience in software development, working on complex or distributed systems,
• 1+ years of experience leading projects or managing engineers,
• Strong proficiency in Python and/or C++,
• Experience designing and building software for deployment systems, data processing, or user-facing applications,
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as DevOps, Integration & Test, or similar.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with OTA software update systems or fleet-wide software deployment,
• Experience developing simulation or training applications,
• Experience building maintenance or operator-facing workflow tools,
• Experience working with flight data or similar operational data systems,
• Familiarity with integrating software across multiple systems and environments,
• Experience working in high-reliability, safety-critical, or operational environments,
• Experience working with or supporting testing, validation, or integration efforts.