Full-Time

Senior Data Engineer

Analytics

Posted on 9/18/2024

Skydio

Skydio

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous drones for data capture

Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning
Defense

Compensation Overview

$140k - $175kAnnually

+ Benefit Plans + Incentives + Stipends

Senior

San Mateo, CA, USA

Category
Data Management
Data Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Airflow
SQL
Tableau
AWS
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Demonstrable experience in developing, deploying, and maintaining data pipelines from ETL to automation and anomaly alerts preferably with Fivetran, Airflow, and Databricks
  • Advanced understanding of AWS (e.g. Terraform, S3, IAM) and Databricks offerings including cluster management with infrastructure-as-code as a bonus
  • Proven ability to write, test, and debug code primarily in SQL and Python
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to break down complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Responsibilities
  • Assist in managing the performance of our tech stack including Fivetran, Databricks, AWS, Tableau, and Ascend (Airflow-like environment)
  • Refine and expand on the automated pipelines ensuring completeness of data and deviances (e.g. changing schemas) are properly ingested and propagated
  • Partner with Analytics teammates to translate their respective stakeholders’ business needs into data products
  • Collaborate with Engineering to appropriately provision internal and external users with governance (e.g. GDPR) in mind
  • Help democratize data by contributing to data dictionary and lineage initiatives
  • Assist with ad-hoc projects and provide support as needed
  • Develop data pipeline status reporting such as data anomaly detection, cluster health, error handling, and automated alerting
  • Assist with ad-hoc projects and provide support as needed

Skydio creates autonomous drones, particularly the Skydio X10, which is used in industries like defense and inspection services. The Skydio X10 features advanced AI and high-resolution cameras that allow it to autonomously capture data, making it effective for challenging inspections. The company differentiates itself by offering services such as Skydio Academy for user training and regulatory assistance for drone operations. Skydio's goal is to provide reliable tools for data capture in complex environments.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$555.4M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

47%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $170 million Series E funding boosts Skydio's expansion and R&D efforts.
  • Partnership with LIGNex1 opens growth opportunities in Indo-Pacific defense markets.
  • Acquisition of GoPro patents enhances Skydio's technological capabilities and competitive edge.

What critics are saying

  • Red Cat's U.S. Army contract win threatens Skydio's defense market share.
  • Chinese sanctions could limit Skydio's access to the Chinese market.
  • Brinc's partnership with Redmond Police highlights competitive pressure in public safety sector.

What makes Skydio unique

  • Skydio X10's AI and thermal cameras enable superior autonomous data capture.
  • Remote Flight Deck offers unique browser-based drone control and monitoring.
  • Skydio Academy educates users, enhancing product utilization and customer satisfaction.

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Benefits

Child Care & Parental Leave - Family Medical Leave, Flexible Work Schedule, Generous Parental Leave

Health & Wellness Benefits - Dental Benefits, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Insurance Benefits, Life Insurance, Onsite Gym, Vision Benefits, Wellness Programs, Mental Health Benefits

Home Office Stipend for Remote Employees

401(K)

Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Days

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