Autonomy Engineer - Deep Learning

About the role: The job overview for this position at Skydio is focused on the development and implementation of deep learning solutions for computer vision problems in real-time on Skydio drones. The role involves working with large datasets, refining and optimizing models for low-latency on embedded hardware, and researching and prototyping new approaches. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with deep learning models, data engineering, and ML operations, as well as a strong software engineering foundation. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, small team environment is also important.

- Design and implement deep learning solutions for computer vision problems on Skydio drones - Curate and engineer datasets for deep learning algorithms - Refine and optimize models for low-latency on embedded hardware - Characterize and quantify the performance of deep learning systems - Research and prototype new approaches - Assist with all aspects of software development when needed - Train and deploy deep learning models - Experience with data engineering and ML Operations for reliable deployment of DL models - Solid software engineering foundation and commitment to writing clean, well-architected code - Prototype, train, optimize, and deploy deep neural networks - Read and contextualize scientific papers and literature in computer vision - Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, small team environment

- Demonstrated hands-on experience training and deploying deep learning models - Experience with data engineering and ML Operations for reliable deployment of DL models - Solid software engineering foundation and commitment to writing clean, well-architected code (in Python or C++, preferably both) - Real experience prototyping, training, optimizing, and deploying deep neural networks - Ability to read and contextualize scientific papers and literature in computer vision - Ability to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative, small team environment - Master's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of industry experience or a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline

- Annual base salary range of $150,000 - $215,000 - Eligibility to enroll in benefit plans - Variety of incentives and stipends available - Commitment to diversity and inclusion - Multidisciplinary environment that embraces diverse perspectives - No discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran, military or family status - Use of E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility (for positions in the United States)