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Embedded Software Engineer Intern

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Embedded Software Engineer Intern in USA new

  • San Mateo, CA

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement embedded software for Skydio drones and accessory product lines.
  • Characterize, integrate, and validate subsystems including cameras, radios, and flight controllers.
  • Bring up and debug new hardware.
  • Write interfaces and drivers for sensors, cameras, and other devices.
  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams to build foundational systems for Skydio products.

Requirements

  • Be a junior, senior, or MS-level college student for the Winter 2027 internship season.
  • Have practical experience writing firmware or embedded code for a physical device.
  • Be proficient in C++ for embedded systems and Python for testing, experimentation, and tool development.
  • Write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries and investigate complex problems with ownership.
  • Read schematics and use standard debugging equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
  • Embedded Linux userspace or kernel development experience is a bonus.
  • Knowledge of debugging systems at the ARM assembly level is a bonus.

Benefits

  • Winter 2027 internship opportunity.
  • Hourly compensation varies by student level: $47/hr for undergraduate students, $53/hr for graduate students, and $58/hr for PhD students.
  • Pay may depend on the individual's regional location.
  • Inclusive, multidisciplinary work environment focused on diverse perspectives.

Skydio

Skydio is the leading U.S.-based drone manufacturer and the world leader in autonomous flight technology. We leverage breakthrough artificial intelligence to create flying robots that are easier to operate, safer to fly, and more capable in complex environments. Our systems are trusted by more th...

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