Recruiting Coordinator

Skydio, Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in company stock options

Health insurance

401K savings plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Skydio, Inc. in San Mateo, CA is seeking a Recruiting Coordinator to be the face of the candidate experience onsite at our HQ.

You will schedule interviews, give office tours, and support university recruiting events and intern programs. You’ll learn Ashby and Workday, collaborate with the University Recruiting team, and help maintain Ashby records while supporting the broader People team on ad-hoc projects.

Qualifications

• 0–1+ years of experience (internships, campus leadership, event planning, student clubs, or customer service are a plus).
• Recent graduate or someone launching a career in People Operations will fit well.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule phone, video, and onsite interviews across departments.
• Greet candidates onsite, provide office tours, and ensure a welcoming environment.
• Collaborate with University Recruiting to coordinate campus events, career fairs, and intern onboarding.
• Maintain accurate records in Ashby to prevent candidates from falling through the cracks.
• Assist the People team with ad-hoc projects related to employer branding, swag management, and event planning.

Skills

Organized

Scheduling

Candidate experience

Communication

Tech literacy

Tools

Ashby

Workday

G-Suite

Job description

San Mateo, California, United States- Full-time

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders , soldiers in battlefield scenarios , and beyond .

About the Team:

Recruiting Operations at Skydio aims to bring operational excellence and support to the Recruiting team and cross-functional stakeholders, enabling them to hire efficiently and effectively, while creating a delightful and personal experience for our candidates and hiring teams.

About the Role:

We are looking for an energetic and organized Recruiting Coordinator to work onsite at our HQ located in San Mateo, CA. This is a perfect role for a recent graduate or someone looking to launch their career in People Operations. Your primary responsibility will be to serve as the "Face of Skydio" for our candidates—managing their onsite experience, scheduling their interviews, and ensuring they feel welcomed. You will learn the ins and outs of recruiting tools like Ashby and Workday while supporting university recruiting events and intern programs.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Coordinate and schedule phone, video, and onsite interviews for candidates across various departments
• Greet candidates onsite at our HQ, providing office tours and ensuring a warm, welcoming environment
• Collaborate with the University Recruiting team to help coordinate campus events, career fairs, and intern onboarding
• Maintain accurate records in our Applicant Tracking System (Ashby) to ensure no candidate falls through the cracks
• Assist the broader People team with ad-hoc projects related to employer branding, swag management, and event planning
• Learn to identify scheduling conflicts and proactively solve puzzles to keep the hiring process moving fast

What Makes You a Good Fit:

• Ability to be in-person at our San Mateo HQ 4-5 days per week
• 0-1+ years of experience (internships, campus leadership, event planning, student clubs, Resident Advisors (RAs) or customer service experience is a plus!)
• You are hyper-organized with a strong attention to detail—you love a checked-off to-do list
• You have a "customer obsession" mindset and genuinely enjoy making people feel comfortable and valued
• You are tech-savvy and eager to learn new software platforms (Ashby, G-Suite, Workday) quickly
• You are a clear communicator who isn't afraid to ask questions when you hit a roadblock
• You are excited to start your career at a fast-paced, high-tech company building the future of flight
• 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 $80,000 - 100,000*. 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.

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/

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