Skydio
Skydio is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to architect, build, and lead the development of embedded firmware for autonomous drones and accessory products. This role involves designing and implementing software for microcontrollers and embedded Linux platforms, characterizing subsystems, and bringing up new hardware. The position requires expertise in modern C++, Python, and low-level firmware development to bridge the gap between algorithms and physical hardware.
Headquarters
San Mateo, California, United States
Company Size
501-1000 employees
Founded
2014
Skydio builds AI-powered autonomous drones and software for inspection, public safety (Drone-as-First-Responder), tactical ISR, site security, surveying, and mapping. Their systems combine advanced computer-vision autonomy and obstacle avoidance with hardware and cloud tools tailored for enterprise and government customers. Organizations such as utilities, critical infrastructure operators, law enforcement, and national security agencies use Skydio to collect data faster and safer and to enable remote operations. Skydio emphasizes ease of use, robust autonomy, and scalable fleet management for demanding field missions.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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