Embedded Software Engineer Intern

Skydio

. Develop and implement embedded software for Skydio drones and accessory product lines, including Skydio Dock .

Posted 10/23/2026internshipSan Mateo • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $47 - $58 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing embedded software for drones, with proficiency in C++ and Python for firmware development. Capable of integrating hardware components and debugging systems, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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Embedded Software DevelopmentC++ ProficiencyPython ProficiencyEmbedded Linux DevelopmentHardware Debugging

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Hard Skills

Embedded Systems ProgrammingFirmware DevelopmentRTOS Microcontroller CodeDevice-Level Software DevelopmentCode AbstractionSchematic ReadingDebugging ARM Assembly Code

Tools & Technologies

OscilloscopesLogic AnalyzersMultimetersSTM32 MicrocontrollersQualcomm SoCsNvidia SoCs

Industry Keywords

E-VerifyDronesElectronics DesignLinux Kernel Maintenance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidAssemblyLinuxPythonRTOSC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement embedded software for Skydio drones and accessory product lines, including Skydio Dock
Characterize, integrate, and validate key subsystems such as cameras, radios, and flight controllers
Bring up and debug new hardware
Write interfaces and drivers for sensors, cameras, and other devices
Work on bare-metal and RTOS microcontroller code, generally for STM32 products
Integrate and write code for embedded Linux and Android platforms using Qualcomm and Nvidia SoCs
Maintain associated Linux kernels
Help design and bring up new electronics
Collaborate closely with the hardware team and broader software organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Junior, senior, or MS-level college student
Industry experience developing device-level embedded software or firmware
Practical experience writing firmware/embedded code for a physical device
Proficiency with C++ in embedded systems
Proficiency with Python for testing, experimentation, and tools development
Ability to write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries
Ability to read schematics
Ability to use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters
Bonus: embedded Linux userspace and kernel development
Bonus: debugging systems at ARM assembly code level
Must be eligible for employment in the United States; Skydio uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hourly compensation of $47/hr for undergraduates, $53/hr for graduate students, and $58/hr for PhD students
Equal employment opportunity commitment
Inclusive, multidisciplinary work environment