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Senior/Staff Embedded Software Engineer — Camera Systems Skydio San Mateo, CA arm,c,cpp,python,linux,android,i2c,spi,uart,usb,dsp,fpga,aerospace,robotics,senior,us_west,onsite,cross_func,research,cmake,gcc 170000 277500
Skydio

Senior/Staff Embedded Software Engineer — Camera Systems

Location Node San Mateo, CA (onsite)
Base Compensation USD 170k–277k
Commitment full-time
Clearance Req none
arm c cpp python linux android i2c spi uart usb dsp fpga aerospace robotics senior us_west onsite cross_func research cmake gcc

Overview

Skydio is seeking a Senior/Staff Embedded Software Engineer to architect and develop cutting-edge camera subsystems for autonomous drones, leveraging deep expertise in ISP pipelines and Linux-based SoCs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and integration of camera subsystems.
  • Design and bring up ISP and camera hardware.
  • Configure and optimize ISP and encoder pipelines.
  • Collaborate with image quality, calibration, and test teams to deliver production-ready camera software.
  • Develop next-generation image processing algorithms for autonomous flight applications.
  • Bring up and debug new hardware platforms and prototypes.

Requirements

  • Proven experience with ISP development on ARM-based Linux/Android SoCs, especially Qualcomm platforms.
  • Deep understanding of ISP pipeline architecture, including front-end, Bayer processing, and post-processing.
  • Strong background in algorithm development across CPU, DSP, GPU, and ISP pipelines.
  • Hands-on experience with real-time 3A algorithms.
  • Familiarity with Android Camera HAL3, Linux V4L2, AVC, and HEVC standards.
  • Experience with GStreamer and GPU shader-based implementations for image processing.
  • Strong embedded development experience, including firmware for physical hardware.
  • Proficiency in modern C++ in real-time, embedded environments.
  • Python scripting and development skills.
  • Skilled in hardware bring-up, low-level debugging, and performance optimization.
  • Commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and well-abstracted code.

Additional Information

Skydio is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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Variables & Compensation

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Stock options
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
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