About the role#
The Device Platform Middleware team builds the foundational infrastructure for Skydio drones and accessories. This software sits between the kernel and application layers to manage tasks like system updates, logging, media handling, and inter-process communication. As an intern, you will contribute to real projects that support our current and future product lines.
What you'll do#
- Develop and implement software for drones and accessory product lines.
- Design clear, simple APIs to support complex infrastructure.
- Evaluate the performance and reliability of system middleware.
- Collaborate closely with the Middleware team and other internal groups.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a junior, senior, or MS-level student, preferably with coursework in Computer Systems.
- Experience with C++ and Python.
- Understanding of concurrency, including multi-threading, multi-processing, and handling race conditions.
- Ability to write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to debug complex issues.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Location & details#
- Location: San Mateo, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: $47/hr for Undergrad, $53/hr for Graduate students, and $70/hr 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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