San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond . About the team: Our team is responsible for large portions of the software engineering stack, working on a wide variety of subsystems. We write bare metal and RTOS microcontroller code (stm32 product line), integrate and write code for embedded linux and android platforms (Qualcomm and Nvidia SOCs), maintain the associated linux kernels, and help design and bring up all new electronics. We work closely with both the hardware team and the rest of the software organization, creating the foundation for the rest of the Skydio software team to build upon. About the role: Reliable embedded firmware acts as the brain stem of our autonomous drones and the foundation for the growing accessory product line bridging the gap between the algorithms and the sensors/mechanical hardware. As a senior Skydio embedded software engineer, you will have the opportunity to architect, build out and lead the development of both current and future products in a fast paced environment. How you'll make an impact: Provide technical direction and architecture of complex systems Design and implement the embedded software that runs on the vehicle Characterize, integrate, and validate key subsystems (e.g. next gen camera, radio) Bring up and debug new hardware Write interfaces and drivers for sensors and other devices What makes you a good fit: Ability to write modern C++ in a real time embedded environment Ability to write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries SOC development (Qualcomm devices a plus), embedded microcontrollers, camera drivers Practical experience writing firmware/embedded code for a physical device Embedded linux userspace and kernel development Fundamental knowledge of low level firmware Hands on hardware bring up, system debugging and code optimization Knowledge of debugging systems at ARM assembly code level Embedded security and cryptographic firmware development Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 - 277,500 . Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria. Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location. At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
04/04/2026
Full time
San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond . About the team: Our team is responsible for large portions of the software engineering stack, working on a wide variety of subsystems. We write bare metal and RTOS microcontroller code (stm32 product line), integrate and write code for embedded linux and android platforms (Qualcomm and Nvidia SOCs), maintain the associated linux kernels, and help design and bring up all new electronics. We work closely with both the hardware team and the rest of the software organization, creating the foundation for the rest of the Skydio software team to build upon. About the role: Reliable embedded firmware acts as the brain stem of our autonomous drones and the foundation for the growing accessory product line bridging the gap between the algorithms and the sensors/mechanical hardware. As a senior Skydio embedded software engineer, you will have the opportunity to architect, build out and lead the development of both current and future products in a fast paced environment. How you'll make an impact: Provide technical direction and architecture of complex systems Design and implement the embedded software that runs on the vehicle Characterize, integrate, and validate key subsystems (e.g. next gen camera, radio) Bring up and debug new hardware Write interfaces and drivers for sensors and other devices What makes you a good fit: Ability to write modern C++ in a real time embedded environment Ability to write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries SOC development (Qualcomm devices a plus), embedded microcontrollers, camera drivers Practical experience writing firmware/embedded code for a physical device Embedded linux userspace and kernel development Fundamental knowledge of low level firmware Hands on hardware bring up, system debugging and code optimization Knowledge of debugging systems at ARM assembly code level Embedded security and cryptographic firmware development Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 - 277,500 . Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria. Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location. At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best in class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond . About the role: We are looking for a foundational member of the Data Team to enable Skydio to make data driven decisions and build data centric products. You'll build the systems that collect, transform, and store data from tens of thousands of autonomous drones, powering insights that make our vehicles smarter, safer, and more capable. You'll have the opportunity to define our data architecture, champion modern tooling in Databricks and Palantir Foundry, and bring AI assisted analytics to every corner of the company. This is not a back office data role - you'll be working on problems at the intersection of autonomy, AI, and massive scale telemetry, helping Skydio turn raw flight data into intelligence that drives real world impact! Examples of what you'll help build: Predictive models that forecast hardware issues - like propeller or battery failures - before they happen, and automatically trigger the right mitigation steps. 3D maps of cellular and radio connectivity across the operational airspace, helping customers understand where their drones can safely and reliably fly. The company wide data lakehouse that powers analytics, dashboards, and machine learning - built to be secure, scalable, and lightning fast. AI driven data tools that let anyone at Skydio explore data, uncover insights, and build pipelines for their use cases - all in a truly self serve way. How you'll make an impact: Design and scale the data infrastructure that ingests live telemetry from tens of thousands of autonomous drones - reliably, efficiently, and with the scale to support the next generation of flight intelligence. Build and evolve our Databricks and Palantir Foundry environments to empower every Skydian to query data, define jobs, and build dashboards - turning raw telemetry into accessible, actionable insights. Develop data systems that make our products truly data driven - from predictive analytics that anticipate hardware failures, to 3D connectivity mapping, to in depth flight telemetry analysis that sharpens drone performance. Create and integrate AI powered tools for data analysis, transformation, and pipeline generation - lowering the technical barrier and democratizing how teams access and build with data. Champion a data driven culture by defining and enforcing best practices for data quality, lineage, and governance, keeping Skydio's data lakehouse secure, performant, and cost effective at scale. Collaborate with autonomy, manufacturing, and operations teams to unify how data flows across the company - enabling faster, smarter decision making and unlocking AI driven insights end to end. Lead and mentor data engineers, analysts, and stakeholders across Skydio - guiding teams toward better architecture, more reliable data models, and a shared culture of excellence. Ensure platform reliability by implementing robust monitoring, observability, and contributing to the on call rotation for critical data systems. What would make you a good fit: 5+ years of professional experience, including 2+ years in software engineering and 2+ years in data engineering with a bias towards getting your hands dirty. Deep experience with Databricks building pipelines, managing datasets, and developing dashboards or analytical applications. Proven track record of operating scalable data platforms, defining company wide patterns that ensure reliability, performance, and cost effectiveness. Proficiency in SQL and at least one modern programming language (we use Python), and comfort working across the full data stack - from ingestion and transformation to orchestration and visualization. Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels and functions - from engineers and analysts to senior leadership - and to translate data into clear narratives and decisions. Demonstrated ability to lead technical direction, mentor teammates, and promote engineering excellence and best practices across the organization. Familiarity with AI assisted data workflows, including tools that accelerate data transformations or enable natural language interfaces for analytics. Bonus: Experience in robotics, IoT, or autonomous systems, or building data systems that integrate with real world hardware. Why Join Us? At Skydio, you'll help shape the future of autonomous flight technology. You'll work alongside world class engineers and domain experts, and you'll be given ownership and autonomy to grow into a leadership role. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and an opportunity to make a tangible impact in an industry poised for massive growth. Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $180,000-240,000 . Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria. Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location. At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
04/04/2026
Full time
San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best in class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond . About the role: We are looking for a foundational member of the Data Team to enable Skydio to make data driven decisions and build data centric products. You'll build the systems that collect, transform, and store data from tens of thousands of autonomous drones, powering insights that make our vehicles smarter, safer, and more capable. You'll have the opportunity to define our data architecture, champion modern tooling in Databricks and Palantir Foundry, and bring AI assisted analytics to every corner of the company. This is not a back office data role - you'll be working on problems at the intersection of autonomy, AI, and massive scale telemetry, helping Skydio turn raw flight data into intelligence that drives real world impact! Examples of what you'll help build: Predictive models that forecast hardware issues - like propeller or battery failures - before they happen, and automatically trigger the right mitigation steps. 3D maps of cellular and radio connectivity across the operational airspace, helping customers understand where their drones can safely and reliably fly. The company wide data lakehouse that powers analytics, dashboards, and machine learning - built to be secure, scalable, and lightning fast. AI driven data tools that let anyone at Skydio explore data, uncover insights, and build pipelines for their use cases - all in a truly self serve way. How you'll make an impact: Design and scale the data infrastructure that ingests live telemetry from tens of thousands of autonomous drones - reliably, efficiently, and with the scale to support the next generation of flight intelligence. Build and evolve our Databricks and Palantir Foundry environments to empower every Skydian to query data, define jobs, and build dashboards - turning raw telemetry into accessible, actionable insights. Develop data systems that make our products truly data driven - from predictive analytics that anticipate hardware failures, to 3D connectivity mapping, to in depth flight telemetry analysis that sharpens drone performance. Create and integrate AI powered tools for data analysis, transformation, and pipeline generation - lowering the technical barrier and democratizing how teams access and build with data. Champion a data driven culture by defining and enforcing best practices for data quality, lineage, and governance, keeping Skydio's data lakehouse secure, performant, and cost effective at scale. Collaborate with autonomy, manufacturing, and operations teams to unify how data flows across the company - enabling faster, smarter decision making and unlocking AI driven insights end to end. Lead and mentor data engineers, analysts, and stakeholders across Skydio - guiding teams toward better architecture, more reliable data models, and a shared culture of excellence. Ensure platform reliability by implementing robust monitoring, observability, and contributing to the on call rotation for critical data systems. What would make you a good fit: 5+ years of professional experience, including 2+ years in software engineering and 2+ years in data engineering with a bias towards getting your hands dirty. Deep experience with Databricks building pipelines, managing datasets, and developing dashboards or analytical applications. Proven track record of operating scalable data platforms, defining company wide patterns that ensure reliability, performance, and cost effectiveness. Proficiency in SQL and at least one modern programming language (we use Python), and comfort working across the full data stack - from ingestion and transformation to orchestration and visualization. Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels and functions - from engineers and analysts to senior leadership - and to translate data into clear narratives and decisions. Demonstrated ability to lead technical direction, mentor teammates, and promote engineering excellence and best practices across the organization. Familiarity with AI assisted data workflows, including tools that accelerate data transformations or enable natural language interfaces for analytics. Bonus: Experience in robotics, IoT, or autonomous systems, or building data systems that integrate with real world hardware. Why Join Us? At Skydio, you'll help shape the future of autonomous flight technology. You'll work alongside world class engineers and domain experts, and you'll be given ownership and autonomy to grow into a leadership role. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and an opportunity to make a tangible impact in an industry poised for massive growth. Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $180,000-240,000 . Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria. Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location. At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
A leading US drone technology company based in San Mateo is seeking a Data Engineer to develop data-centric products and systems. In this role, you will build infrastructure for autonomous drone telemetry and enable data-driven decisions company-wide. Ideal candidates should have strong experience with Databricks, SQL, and Python, as well as excellent communication skills. Join a team shaping the future of autonomous flight technology with competitive compensation and benefits.
04/04/2026
Full time
A leading US drone technology company based in San Mateo is seeking a Data Engineer to develop data-centric products and systems. In this role, you will build infrastructure for autonomous drone telemetry and enable data-driven decisions company-wide. Ideal candidates should have strong experience with Databricks, SQL, and Python, as well as excellent communication skills. Join a team shaping the future of autonomous flight technology with competitive compensation and benefits.
A leading drone technology company in San Mateo, California, is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. This role involves architecting and developing embedded software for autonomous drones, ensuring high-quality firmware, and collaborating with hardware teams. Candidates should have expertise in C++ within embedded systems, as well as experience with SOCs and debugging at the assembly level. This position offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits in a diverse and innovative environment.
04/04/2026
Full time
A leading drone technology company in San Mateo, California, is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. This role involves architecting and developing embedded software for autonomous drones, ensuring high-quality firmware, and collaborating with hardware teams. Candidates should have expertise in C++ within embedded systems, as well as experience with SOCs and debugging at the assembly level. This position offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits in a diverse and innovative environment.
A leading drone technology company in San Mateo, CA is seeking a Senior Product Manager for Drone Hardware Platforms & Sensors. This role involves shaping product strategies and engaging with various stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in hardware product management and a background in relevant technologies. Competitive compensation is offered with an annual base salary between $150,000 and $190,000, along with equity and comprehensive benefits.
04/04/2026
Full time
A leading drone technology company in San Mateo, CA is seeking a Senior Product Manager for Drone Hardware Platforms & Sensors. This role involves shaping product strategies and engaging with various stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in hardware product management and a background in relevant technologies. Competitive compensation is offered with an annual base salary between $150,000 and $190,000, along with equity and comprehensive benefits.
Senior Product Manager, Drone Hardware Platforms & Sensors San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond . About the Role As a Senior Product Manager for Drone Hardware Platforms & Sensors, you will work closely with our customers and our hardware and embedded software engineering teams to help define and shape Skydio's current and next-gen drone platforms, controllers, cameras, and accessories ecosystem. You'll ensure that we are building and delivering the right products to solve the most important problems across enterprise, government, and public safety. This is an incredible opportunity to have an outsized impact in service of our customers. Location This position is based onsite 5 days/week at our HQ in San Mateo, CA, with 25% travel. We offer relocation assistance if needed. How you'll make an impact Help shape our overall vehicle and hardware strategy in collaboration with our CEO and engineering executives, including the development of new hardware products, including new vehicle form factors. Engage with customers, prospects, and internal stakeholders to understand core business problems and develop visions and strategies to solve them. Draw upon direct customer experiences and ride-alongs as well as usage analytics to solve the most important and impactful problems for our customers. Continually develop, own, and publish product requirement documents and roadmaps for Skydio's vehicle hardware, controllers, cameras/sensors and embedded software. Partner with designers and engineering leaders spanning hardware, firmware, computer vision, AI, and machine learning to execute your product vision and requirements. Capture, document, and distill feedback from customers and prospects to steer product development. Collaborate closely with sales and customer success to build and maintain close customer relationships and ensure success. Partner with product marketing to develop launch plans, product positioning and messaging to bring your products to market. What would make you a strong fit 5+ years of proven success in defining and delivering complex hardware products with integrated software. Deep technical understanding of IoT or camera/sensors product technologies. Experience launching robust hardware products for Enterprise, Public Safety or Defense Customers. Detail-oriented with exceptional written and oral communication skills. Direct or indirect experience with engineering that allows you to actively participate in deep discussions with engineers on complex technical architecture challenges and tradeoffs. Highly facilitative team player who strives to enable others to do their best work. A passion for speaking with and learning from customers. A background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science. An advanced degree or an MBA would be a plus, but is not required. Background experience in utilities, public safety or federal (ISR) workflows Experience with enterprise/professional robotics or drones Expertise in camera interfaces, either in photography, videography, and/or for drone cameras Compensation At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000 . Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria. Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location. At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
04/04/2026
Full time
Senior Product Manager, Drone Hardware Platforms & Sensors San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond . About the Role As a Senior Product Manager for Drone Hardware Platforms & Sensors, you will work closely with our customers and our hardware and embedded software engineering teams to help define and shape Skydio's current and next-gen drone platforms, controllers, cameras, and accessories ecosystem. You'll ensure that we are building and delivering the right products to solve the most important problems across enterprise, government, and public safety. This is an incredible opportunity to have an outsized impact in service of our customers. Location This position is based onsite 5 days/week at our HQ in San Mateo, CA, with 25% travel. We offer relocation assistance if needed. How you'll make an impact Help shape our overall vehicle and hardware strategy in collaboration with our CEO and engineering executives, including the development of new hardware products, including new vehicle form factors. Engage with customers, prospects, and internal stakeholders to understand core business problems and develop visions and strategies to solve them. Draw upon direct customer experiences and ride-alongs as well as usage analytics to solve the most important and impactful problems for our customers. Continually develop, own, and publish product requirement documents and roadmaps for Skydio's vehicle hardware, controllers, cameras/sensors and embedded software. Partner with designers and engineering leaders spanning hardware, firmware, computer vision, AI, and machine learning to execute your product vision and requirements. Capture, document, and distill feedback from customers and prospects to steer product development. Collaborate closely with sales and customer success to build and maintain close customer relationships and ensure success. Partner with product marketing to develop launch plans, product positioning and messaging to bring your products to market. What would make you a strong fit 5+ years of proven success in defining and delivering complex hardware products with integrated software. Deep technical understanding of IoT or camera/sensors product technologies. Experience launching robust hardware products for Enterprise, Public Safety or Defense Customers. Detail-oriented with exceptional written and oral communication skills. Direct or indirect experience with engineering that allows you to actively participate in deep discussions with engineers on complex technical architecture challenges and tradeoffs. Highly facilitative team player who strives to enable others to do their best work. A passion for speaking with and learning from customers. A background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science. An advanced degree or an MBA would be a plus, but is not required. Background experience in utilities, public safety or federal (ISR) workflows Experience with enterprise/professional robotics or drones Expertise in camera interfaces, either in photography, videography, and/or for drone cameras Compensation At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000 . Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria. Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location. At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond. About the role Learning a semantic and geometric understanding of the world from visual data is the core of our autonomy system. We are pushing the boundaries of what is possible with real-time deep networks to accelerate progress in intelligent mobile robots. If you are excited about solving open-end problems in object detection and tracking, motion prediction, flow estimation, and total scene understanding, while leveraging massive amounts of structured video data, we would love to hear from you. How you'll make an impact Design and implement deep learning solutions that solve detection, tracking, segmentation, and optical flow estimation tasks in real-time on Skydio drones Leverage state-of-the-art methods in unsupervised learning, few shot learning, and foundational models for data efficient ML Curate and enhance synthetic data that powers our deep learning algorithms along with massive amounts of structured video data Refine and optimize models for low latency on embedded hardware Characterize and quantify the performance of the vision systems Research and prototype new approaches Be a generalist helping out on all aspects of the software when needed What makes you a good fit Demonstrated hands on experience creating and deploying deep learning models Experience curating synthetic and real-world image datasets Solid software engineering foundation and commitment to writing clean, well architected code (in Python or C++, preferably both) Real experience prototyping, training, optimizing, and deploying deep neural networks Ability to read and contextualize scientific papers and literature in computer vision Ability to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative, small team environment Compensation At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 - 277,500. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria. Diversity & Inclusion At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
04/02/2026
Full time
San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond. About the role Learning a semantic and geometric understanding of the world from visual data is the core of our autonomy system. We are pushing the boundaries of what is possible with real-time deep networks to accelerate progress in intelligent mobile robots. If you are excited about solving open-end problems in object detection and tracking, motion prediction, flow estimation, and total scene understanding, while leveraging massive amounts of structured video data, we would love to hear from you. How you'll make an impact Design and implement deep learning solutions that solve detection, tracking, segmentation, and optical flow estimation tasks in real-time on Skydio drones Leverage state-of-the-art methods in unsupervised learning, few shot learning, and foundational models for data efficient ML Curate and enhance synthetic data that powers our deep learning algorithms along with massive amounts of structured video data Refine and optimize models for low latency on embedded hardware Characterize and quantify the performance of the vision systems Research and prototype new approaches Be a generalist helping out on all aspects of the software when needed What makes you a good fit Demonstrated hands on experience creating and deploying deep learning models Experience curating synthetic and real-world image datasets Solid software engineering foundation and commitment to writing clean, well architected code (in Python or C++, preferably both) Real experience prototyping, training, optimizing, and deploying deep neural networks Ability to read and contextualize scientific papers and literature in computer vision Ability to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative, small team environment Compensation At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 - 277,500. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria. Diversity & Inclusion At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit