Senior/Staff Embedded Software Engineer - Camera Systems

Skydio, Inc.; Tampere; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Skydio, Inc. seeks a Senior/Staff Embedded Software Engineer to lead camera-subsystem development for autonomous drones in Tampere, Finland.

You will design and bring up ISP hardware, optimize pipelines, and work with image quality, calibration, and test teams to ship production-ready software. The role requires hands-on ISP experience on ARM Linux/Android SoCs (preferably Qualcomm), deep ISP pipeline knowledge, and strong C++ in real-time embedded contexts.

Qualifications

• Experience with ISP development on ARM-based Linux/Android SoCs, esp. Qualcomm platforms.
• Deep understanding of ISP pipeline architecture (front-end, Bayer, post-processing).
• Strong background in algorithm development across CPU/DSP/GPU/ISP pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with real-time 3A algorithms.
• Familiarity with Android Camera HAL3, Linux V4L2, AVC and HEVC standards.
• Experience with GPU shader-based image processing.

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.

Skills

ISP development

Qualcomm platforms

ISP pipeline

CPU/DSP/GPU

3A algorithms

Camera HAL3

Linux V4L2

AVC/HEVC

GStreamer

Shader-based processing

Embedded development

Modern C++

Python scripting

Debugging & optimization

Clean code

Tools

GStreamer

Job description

Senior/Staff Embedded Software Engineer - Camera Systems

Tampere, Finland- Full-time

About the Role:

Skydio designs and manufactures fully autonomous drones that use state of the art hardware paired with advanced computer vision and machine learning to ensure our users always have access to the visual information they need. As a key member of our end-to-end imaging team, you will leverage deep expertise in ISP pipelines and Linux-based SoCs to architect and develop cutting-edge camera subsystems for both current and next-generation products.

About the Team:

We design camera systems that support autonomous navigation, professional media capture, and industrial inspection and situational awareness. From early-stage user needs analysis to mass production, we manage the entire lifecycle: requirements definition, hardware bring-up, tuning, and validation. We work closely with the broader software organization to lay a strong foundation for the rest of the stack.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• 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

What Makes You a Good Fit:

• 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 (Debayering, lens shading, etc.)
• 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

Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long‑term financial growth, and we ensure employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Employees are entitled to statutory benefits in accordance with Finnish law. Additional benefits, if any, are determined by the Company’s policies and the terms of the employment contract.

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