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 Staff Software Engineer - 3D Frontend to lead the development of real-time applications for drone operations. You'll work with technologies like JavaScript and React to create high-performance interfaces. This position requires significant experience in software engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on frontend development, particularly in creating real-time applications. Your experience includes leading architecture and implementation of advanced web applications, and you are passionate about building intuitive and resilient user interfaces. You thrive in collaborative environments, partnering with cross-functional teams to design features that meet real-world, time-sensitive needs.
You possess deep expertise in JavaScript and frameworks like React, and you are familiar with WebGL for rendering 3D graphics. Your understanding of UX principles is informed by inspiration drawn from video games and professional tools, allowing you to drive innovation in user experience. You are committed to upholding engineering standards for security, performance, scalability, and reliability, and you enjoy mentoring engineers to foster a strong technical culture.
What you'll do
In this role, you will lead the development of applications such as the Remote Flight Deck for drone operations and DFR Command for tactical coordination. You will be responsible for driving UX innovation and ensuring that the applications you build deliver mission-critical video, telemetry, and control to users in the field. Your contributions will directly impact the effectiveness of drone pilots and first responders, making your work vital to their success.
You will participate in a low-friction on-call rotation, ensuring that the platform remains stable and reliable. Your role will also involve collaborating closely with product managers and designers to translate user needs into impactful features. As a key contributor, you will help shape the future of Drones as First Responders, making a significant difference in various operational scenarios.
What we offer
Skydio provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the drone industry, impacting how drones are used in critical situations. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with a culture that promotes professional growth and development. Join us in empowering a broader audience of drone users and making a difference in the world of aerial mobility.
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