Embedded Firmware Intern — Autonomous Drones

Skydio; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Skydio is seeking Embedded Software Engineering Interns for the Summer 2027 season. You will help define and develop features for internal teams and products, working in a fast-paced environment that bridges algorithms with sensors and hardware.

An ideal candidate is an undergraduate, senior, or MS-level student with experience in device-level embedded software or firmware development.

Qualifications

• Experience writing firmware for a physical device.
• Proficiency with C++ in embedded systems.
• Python experience for testing and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement embedded software for drones and accessories.
• Characterize, integrate, and validate subsystems (cameras, radios, flight controllers).
• Bring up and debug new hardware.
• Write interfaces and drivers for sensors and devices.

Skills

Firmware/embedded

C++

Python

Debugging tools

ARM assembly

Education

Undergrad or MS/PhD student

Tools

STM32

Embedded Linux

Job description

Skydio is seeking Embedded Software Engineering Interns for the Summer 2027 season. You will help define and develop features for internal teams and products, working in a fast-paced environment that bridges algorithms with sensors and hardware.

An ideal candidate is an undergraduate, senior, or MS-level student with experience in device-level embedded software or firmware development.