Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Skydio, Inc.; San Mateo, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Skydio, Inc. is seeking a motivated intern for our Cloud Platform and Infrastructure team in San Mateo, CA. You will help build and scale cloud systems that power autonomous drones, tackling deployments in cloud and air-gapped environments while enhancing telemetry and developer productivity.

The role suits juniors, seniors, or master's students with hands-on experience in web apps or backend data systems. Expect exposure to REST APIs, Linux, databases like Postgres/MySQL, and cloud services

Qualifications

• Solid computer science fundamentals.
• Meaningful project/internship experience developing complex web applications or backend data systems.
• Familiarity with REST-ful APIs, Linux OS, build tools, relational databases (Postgres, MySQL) and caching systems (Redis, Memcached).
• Understanding of cloud service offerings (AWS, GCP, Azure) and deployment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and scaling cloud systems for Skydio.
• Contribute to design of core cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.
• Improve telemetry, observability, and developer productivity.
• Work on projects like feature flags, workload profiling, and cloud packaging for airgapped/edge environments.

Skills

CS Fundamentals

REST APIs

Linux

Cloud Basics

Job description

San Mateo, California, United States- Intern

About the role:

With best-in-class autonomy and real-time cloud connectivity, drones are becoming critical infrastructure for solving real-world problems faster, safer, and more efficiently.

As an intern on the Cloud Platform and Infrastructure team, you'll help build and scale the cloud systems that make this possible. Our team works across a wide range of challenges and we go where we're needed:

Tackling scalability and deployment in both cloud and air-gapped environments

Designing and improving core cloud infrastructure and CI/CD systems

Enhancing telemetry, observability, and developer productivity

The variety of work means there are plenty of opportunities to learn and have a meaningful impact on how Skydio builds and delivers software. The ideal candidate is a junior, senior, or master's student with hands-on experience developing complex web applications or backend systems, but above all, we're looking for a highly curious and resourceful candidate, capable of using tools and AI at their disposal to accelerate their understanding and productivity.

Project Examples:

Building a system for allowing product teams to manage feature flags and rollouts of functionality to customers.

Profiling server and backend system workloads, and optimizing performance or resource utilization.

Developing a test framework to allow developers to simulate certain vehicle states and test application behavior.

Developing and packaging a small form factor Skydio cloud offering for use in airgapped or edge environments.

What makes you a good fit:

Solid computer science fundamentals.

Meaningful project and/or internship experience developing complex web applications or backend data systems.

Familiarity with REST-ful APIs, Linux operating system configuration, build tools, relational databases (e.g. Postgres, MySQL) and caching systems (Redis, Memcached).

Understanding of cloud service offerings (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure), deployment techniques, and configuration management

Compensation Range: The hourly rate for this position is $47/hr for Undergrad, $53/hr for Graduate students, and $58 for PhD students*. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.

*For some positions the pay may be dependent upon the individual's regional location.#LI-ZD1

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.

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