About Skydio
Autonomous drones for safer, smarter operations
Key Highlights
- Valuation exceeds $2B following 2023 funding round
- Over $741M raised from top investors like Andreessen Horowitz
- Developed the X10 drone for first responders and military
- Headquartered in San Mateo, CA with 501-1000 employees
Skydio, headquartered in San Mateo, CA, is a leader in autonomous drone technology, specializing in applications for inspection, search and rescue, and national security. With over $741 million in funding from investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Levitate Capital, Skydio's valuation has surpassed ...
🎁 Benefits
Skydio offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-life balance....
🌟 Culture
Skydio fosters a culture of innovation and engineering excellence, focusing on R&D to push the boundaries of autonomous flight technology. The company...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Skydio is hiring a Senior AI Systems Engineer to design and deploy intelligent systems that enhance productivity through AI-driven workflows. You'll work with technologies like Python and AWS in San Mateo, California.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in systems engineering with a strong focus on AI and automation — you've successfully designed and implemented intelligent systems that improve operational efficiency and employee productivity. Your expertise in Python and cloud technologies like AWS allows you to build scalable solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing business platforms.
You excel in leveraging agentic AI principles to drive complex integrations and automations — your hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes enables you to deploy reliable and secure systems at enterprise scale. You are a proactive problem solver who thrives in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to tackle challenges and enhance overall productivity.
Your strong communication skills allow you to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders — you understand the importance of aligning technology solutions with business objectives. You are passionate about staying updated with the latest advancements in AI and automation, continuously seeking opportunities to apply new knowledge to your work.
Desirable
Experience with advanced identity lifecycle management and enterprise security practices is a plus — familiarity with machine learning frameworks and tools will further enhance your ability to contribute to our innovative projects.
What you'll do
As a Senior AI Systems Engineer at Skydio, you will be responsible for architecting and implementing intelligent automation solutions that orchestrate complex, cross-platform workflows. You will design and deploy scalable automation infrastructure that connects critical business platforms, enabling AI-driven workflows that enhance employee productivity.
You will collaborate with various teams to identify opportunities for automation and integration, ensuring that the solutions you develop are reliable and secure. Your role will involve hands-on development, where you will leverage your expertise in Python and cloud technologies to build and deploy systems that meet the needs of our diverse user base.
You will also play a key role in driving the transition from manual operations to intelligent, agentic systems — your contributions will directly impact company-wide efficiency and productivity. You will mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and best practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
What we offer
At Skydio, you will be part of a dynamic team that is at the forefront of drone technology and autonomous flight. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and creativity, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the future of aerial mobility.
Join us in our mission to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users — your work will help shape the future of autonomous systems and their applications across various industries.
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