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Software Engineer — Embedded Skydio San Mateo, CA arm,c,cpp,python,linux,android,freertos,i2c,spi,uart,usb,ethernet,ble,wifi,dsp,fpga,aerospace,robotics,senior,us_west,onsite,cross_func,research,cmake,gcc 127500 210000
Skydio

Software Engineer — Embedded

Location Node San Mateo, CA (onsite)
Base Compensation USD 127k–210k
Commitment full-time
Clearance Req none
arm c cpp python linux android freertos i2c spi uart usb ethernet ble wifi dsp fpga aerospace robotics senior us_west onsite cross_func research cmake gcc

Overview

Skydio is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement the embedded software that runs on the vehicle, providing technical direction and architecture for autonomous drone systems.

Please note that the work mode for this role is not explicitly stated in the job listing. It is listed here as onsite based on assumption for the San Mateo, CA location — confirm the actual arrangement with the recruiter.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical direction and architecture of complex systems.
  • Design and implement the embedded software that runs on the vehicle.
  • Characterize, integrate, and validate key subsystems (e.g. next-gen camera, radio).
  • Bring up and debug new hardware.
  • Write interfaces and drivers for sensors and other devices.

Requirements

  • Ability to write modern C++ in a real-time embedded environment.
  • Python development experience.
  • Ability to write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries.
  • SOC development (Qualcomm devices a plus), embedded microcontrollers, camera drivers.
  • Practical experience writing firmware/embedded code for a physical device.
  • Embedded Linux userspace and kernel development.
  • Fundamental knowledge of low-level firmware.
  • Hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging and code optimization.
  • Knowledge of debugging systems at ARM assembly code level.
  • Embedded security and cryptographic firmware development.

Additional Information

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

Sourced from the employer’s career site. Verify before applying.

Variables & Compensation

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