About the role#
We are looking for interns to join our team for Summer 2027. Autonomous drones represent a new product category that requires a fresh approach to mobile interaction. We are moving away from traditional joysticks and tilt controls to build novel interfaces that use onboard intelligence to help a wide range of users operate our drones.
What you'll do#
- Design, prototype, and refine advanced drone interfaces to create a consistent mobile experience.
- Develop user interfaces for autonomous flying cameras.
- Integrate Android ecosystem knowledge with our Drone Intelligence API.
- Improve user experiences by adding augmented reality, in-app content creation, and sharing features.
- Iterate on designs based on user feedback, internal testing, and piloting Skydio drones.
- Create tools and automate workflows using Python scripts.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a senior or MS-level college student.
- Practical project or industry experience developing Android mobile applications.
- Proficiency in Kotlin, Android Studio, Gradle, adb, and Linux.
- Familiarity with Android Architecture Components and Jetpack Compose.
- Experience with C++ and OpenGL is a plus.
- Experience working with IoT or embedded devices using the Android NDK.
- A passion for building interfaces that balance ease-of-use with power.
- Appreciation for code review and collaborative development practices.
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 $58/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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