PhD Autonomy Engineer Intern — Vision & AI for Drones

Perot Jain; San Mateo (CA); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 113 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Skydio, the leading US drone company, is seeking a PhD Research Intern to architect and implement autonomy algorithms on drones powered by Skydio. You will work with researchers and core software teams, taking ownership of impactful projects that push the boundaries of autonomous flight.

Strong math, theory, and software development foundation required. PhD student hourly compensation is provided, with full-time benefits and incentives for eligible roles. Regional location may affect pay.

Qualifications

• High proficiency in C++ and/or Python.
• Enthusiasm for computer vision, deep learning, motion planning, dynamics and controls, 3D graphics, embedded software/firmware, distributed systems, tools/infrastructure, mobile.
• Solid software engineering foundation and a commitment to writing clean, well-architected code.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, small team environment.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

C++

Python

Computer vision

Deep learning

Motion planning

Dynamics and controls

3D graphics

Embedded software

Distributed systems

Mobile

Description du poste

Skydio, the leading US drone company, is seeking a PhD Research Intern to architect and implement autonomy algorithms on drones powered by Skydio. You will work with researchers and core software teams, taking ownership of impactful projects that push the boundaries of autonomous flight.

Strong math, theory, and software development foundation required. PhD student hourly compensation is provided, with full-time benefits and incentives for eligible roles. Regional location may affect pay.