
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 Data Engineer to build systems that collect, transform, and store data from autonomous drones. You'll work with Databricks and Palantir to drive data-centric products and insights. This position requires experience in data architecture and AI-assisted analytics.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in data engineering, with a strong background in building data pipelines and systems that handle large-scale telemetry data. You are proficient in modern data tools like Databricks and Palantir, and you understand the intricacies of data architecture and analytics. Your expertise in AI and machine learning allows you to create predictive models that enhance the capabilities of autonomous systems. You are a problem solver who thrives on tackling complex challenges at the intersection of autonomy and data.
Desirable
Experience with cloud platforms and data lakehouse architectures is a plus. Familiarity with telemetry data from autonomous systems will help you excel in this role.
What you'll do
As a Senior Data Engineer at Skydio, you will be a foundational member of the Data Team, responsible for enabling data-driven decisions across the company. You will design and implement systems that collect and transform data from thousands of drones, ensuring that the data is accessible and actionable. Your work will involve defining the data architecture and championing the use of modern tooling to enhance data analytics capabilities. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to turn raw flight data into intelligence that drives real-world impact, such as predictive maintenance models and connectivity mapping for drone operations.
What we offer
Skydio offers a dynamic work environment where innovation is at the forefront. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the drone industry, contributing to products that empower a diverse range of users. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with a culture that values collaboration and continuous learning. Join us in shaping the future of aerial mobility and making a significant impact in the field of autonomous flight.
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