Software Engineer - Embedded

San Mateo, California, United States💼 Full-time💰 $127,500–$127,500🗓 2025-01-23 → 2026-09-25

Core

Architect, build, and lead the development of embedded firmware acting as the brain stem for autonomous drones, bridging algorithms with sensors and mechanical hardware.

Role type

Senior IC embedded software engineer

Builds

Embedded firmware for autonomous drones and accessory product lines

Domain

Aerospace / Autonomous Systems / Embedded Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Modern C++ in real-time environments, Python, Embedded Linux userspace and kernel development, Low-level firmware, Hardware bring-up and debugging, ARM assembly debugging, Sensor drivers, Embedded security and cryptographic firmware

Preferred skills

Qualcomm SOC development, Embedded microcontrollers, Camera drivers, Code optimization

Technologies

C++, Python, Embedded Linux, ARM, Qualcomm SOCs, STM32

Responsibilities

Provide technical direction and architecture of complex systems, Design and implement embedded software for vehicles, Characterize, integrate, and validate key subsystems, Bring up and debug new hardware, Write interfaces and drivers for sensors and devices

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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About Skydio

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond.