Autonomy Engineer Intern (San Mateo)

Skydio is a US drone company and a leader in autonomous flight, a key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer focus to serve a wide range of drone users, from utility inspectors and first responders to soldiers in battlefield scenarios.

About the role

The core of the system is the computer vision algorithms that let drones understand the world around them. You will design and implement the algorithms that run on every Skydio drone, working on a world class computer vision team alongside researchers who have advanced the state of the art in academia and industry.

As an Autonomy Intern, you will be paired with one or more members of the core software development team and take direct ownership of a project that meaningfully advances the team's capabilities and products.

If you have a strong foundation in math, theory, and software development, along with relevant research, and want to help build the next generation of autonomy algorithms and bring them into real products, we would like to hear from you.

How you will make an impact

• Enable rapid research and development of intelligent systems with advanced autonomous capabilities
• Research, prototype, and assess the feasibility of new approaches
• Imagine and implement new features that deliver value to users
• Characterize and quantify the performance of core components of the software and hardware stack

What makes you a strong fit

• High proficiency in C++ and/or Python
• Demonstrated interest in one or more of the following: computer vision, deep learning, motion planning, dynamics and controls, 3D graphics, embedded software and firmware, distributed systems, tools and infrastructure, mobile
• Solid software engineering foundation and a commitment to writing clean, well-architected code
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, small team environment

Skydio believes that diversity drives innovation and is committed to building an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristics.