Engineering Talent Scout — Hybrid (San Mateo)

Skydio, Inc.; San Mateo (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

On-site 3 days per week

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Skydio, Inc. is seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to drive end-to-end hiring for core engineering functions in Software, Autonomy, and Hardware.

This hybrid role is based in San Mateo, CA, with on-site responsibilities and collaboration with cross-functional teams to scale elite talent. You’ll craft pipelines, partner with leaders, and optimize recruitment processes while supporting a diverse and inclusive hiring culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years recruiting technical talent in software, autonomy, hardware, or hardware operations.
• Ability to advise hiring leaders using recruiting data and market insights.
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities while balancing speed and quality.
• Strong judgment and track record turning challenging searches into success.
• Experience supporting fellow recruiters and improving processes.
• Excellent communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• In-house and agency experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Relentlessly seek top talent, curate pipelines, and secure exceptional hires.
• Partner with hiring leaders to understand needs and shape sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with People Ops, Compensation, and Finance on headcount planning.
• Champion structured hiring practices with rigor and fairness.
• Contribute to a strong recruiting culture by sharing best practices.
• Operate as a core member of a lean startup recruiting team.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Sourcing

Stakeholder management

Job description

San Mateo, California, United States- Full-time

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced, up-and-coming Technical Recruiter to help propel Skydio’s growth via the relentless, hands-on recruitment of elite engineering and operations talent. You’ll own end-to-end hiring for one or more of our core engineering functions: Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Hardware Operations. While you’ll primarily own hiring within one of these areas, we’re looking for someone with the ability to flex across functions as hiring needs evolve. If you thrive on scaling industry-defining startup teams and are excited to help build the world’s first great flying robot company, we would love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE: Skydio operates on a hybrid schedule, with employees working from the office three days per week. This role is based at our San Mateo, CA headquarters.

How you’ll make an impact:

Relentlessly seek top talent, curate high-quality pipelines, craft compelling candidate experiences, and secure exceptional hires across niche and highly competitive skill sets

Partner closely with hiring leaders and interview teams to understand hiring needs, provide recruiting guidance, and help shape effective sourcing and hiring strategies

Collaborate with People Operations, Compensation, and Finance to support headcount planning and improve hiring processes

Champion structured hiring practices, ensuring we maintain rigor and fairness in every decision

Contribute to a strong recruiting culture by identifying process improvements, helping resolve hiring bottlenecks, and sharing knowledge and best practices with fellow recruiters

Pitch in wherever necessary as a core member of a lean, mean startup recruiting machine

What makes you a good fit:

2+ years of experience recruiting technical talent in one or more of the following areas: Software, Autonomy, Hardware, or Hardware Operations

Ability to advise hiring leaders using recruiting data and market insights to support effective hiring decisions

Comfort navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities while balancing hiring speed, candidate quality, and business needs

Strong judgment, credibility, and follow-through, with a track record of turning challenging searches into recruiting success stories

Experience supporting fellow recruiters and contributing to improvements in recruiting processes, tools, and operations

Thoughtful communicator with strong business judgment and the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Blend of in-house and agency experience preferred, with a knack for building from the ground up

Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions

Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees 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. The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria.

*Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location.

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At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.

For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/