Internship
Skydio
501-1,000 employees
Develops autonomous drones for data capture
Compensation Overview
$41 - $53/hr
San Mateo, CA, USA
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for one or more of the following: motion planning, dynamics and controls, 3D graphics, computer vision, deep learning, distributed systems, tools/infrastructure, mobile
- Solid software engineering foundation and a commitment to writing clean, well-architected code
- High proficiency in C++ and/or Python
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, small team environment
- Enable rapid research and development of intelligent systems with advanced autonomous capabilities beyond anything that exists in the world today
- Research, prototype, and generally assess the feasibility of new approaches
- Imagine and then implement new features that unlock magic for our users
- Characterize and quantify the performance of core components of the software and hardware stack
Skydio creates autonomous drones, particularly the Skydio X10, which is used in industries like defense and inspection services. The drone features advanced AI and high-resolution cameras that enable it to autonomously capture data, making it effective for challenging inspections. Skydio differentiates itself by offering user training through Skydio Academy and regulatory assistance for drone operations. Their goal is to provide reliable tools for data capture and inspection, enhancing usability with features like the Remote Flight Deck for remote monitoring.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Series E
Total Funding
$571M
Headquarters
San Mateo, California
Founded
2014
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Growing demand for drone-based infrastructure inspection boosts Skydio's market potential.
- Partnerships with defense agencies like the U.S. Army and Spain's Ministry of Defence.
- Expansion opportunities in precision agriculture and emergency response sectors.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from Chinese manufacturers threatens Skydio's market share.
- Potential supply chain delays due to geopolitical tensions affecting component availability.
- Reliance on defense contracts poses risks if there are budget cuts or policy changes.
What makes Skydio unique
- Skydio X10's AI and thermal cameras enable autonomous data capture in challenging environments.
- The modular design of Skydio X10 allows for easy customization and portability.
- Remote Flight Deck feature offers browser-based control, enhancing operational flexibility.
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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
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↑ 1%2 year growth
↑ 3%SAN MATEO, Calif., May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Skydio, the leading U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight technology, today announced it has fulfilled the first order under the U.S. Army's Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Tranche 2 program with the delivery of X10D small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS). With this order, Skydio X10D is the only system delivered to date as part of Tranche 2 of the U.S. Army's SRR Program of Record.For this initial order, Skydio equipped a U.S. Army Transforming in Contact (TiC) unit preparing for imminent deployment with hundreds of X10D aircraft systems, demonstrating the company's ability to rapidly respond to the demands of the U.S
In a groundbreaking move for public safety, Skydio has partnered with the Atlanta PolĂcia Foundation to launch America's first Drone as First Responder (DFR) Center of Excellence at the newly opened Atlanta Public Safety Training Center (PSTC).
Sundar Sankaran appointed as Skydio Vice President, Connectivity.
SAN MATEO Calif., March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Skydio, the leading U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight, today announced the availability of its Interface Control Document (ICD) for X10D payload attachments. Building on the modular, open platform of Skydio X10D, the Attachment ICD enables third parties to build payload attachments that extend the drone's capabilities to further meet mission requirements
In partnership with Paukner Group, a Spanish defense and security product distributor, Skydio will deliver Skydio X10D drones in a contract worth up to €18 million ($18.7M USD).