About the role#
We are looking for interns for the Winter 2027 season to work on the firmware that powers our autonomous drones and accessory products. You will bridge the gap between our algorithms and the mechanical hardware. This role involves working closely with our hardware and software teams to build the foundation for our products.
What you'll do#
- Develop and implement embedded software for drones and accessory product lines.
- Characterize, integrate, and validate key subsystems including cameras, radios, and flight controllers.
- Bring up and debug new hardware.
- Write interfaces and drivers for sensors, cameras, and other devices.
What you'll need#
- Currently a junior, senior, or MS-level college student.
- Industry experience developing device-level embedded software or firmware.
- Practical experience writing firmware or embedded code for a physical device.
- Proficiency with C++ for embedded systems and Python for testing and tools development.
- Ability to write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries.
- Ability to read schematics and use standard debugging equipment like an oscilloscope, logic analyzer, and multimeter.
- A sense of ownership when digging into complex problems.
- Bonus points for experience with embedded Linux userspace and kernel development or debugging systems at the ARM assembly level.
Location & details#
- Location: San Mateo, California.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time intern.
- Pay: $47 per hour for undergraduates, $53 per hour for graduate students, and $58 per hour for PhD students.
About Skydio
Skydio designs and manufactures autonomous drones for public safety, defense, and utility inspection. The company focuses on artificial intelligence to simplify flight operations for complex environments. Founded in 2014, the firm maintains its headquarters in San Mateo and manufacturing facilities in Hayward, California. It currently employs over 1,000 people and has shipped more than 60,000 units.
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