Embedded Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
We are looking for interns for the Summer 2027 Season. Reliable embedded firmware acts as the brain stem of our autonomous drones and accessory products -- bridging the gap between the algorithms and the sensors/mechanical hardware. As an Embedded Software Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop functionality for internal teams and/or current & future products in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. An ideal intern candidate is a junior, senior, or MS-level college student with industry experience developing device-level embedded software or firmware.
Requirements
- Practical experience writing firmware/embedded code for a physical device
- Proficiency with C++ within the context of embedded systems
- Proficiency with Python for testing, experimentation, and tools development
- Ability to write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries
- Ability to read schematics and use standard debugging equipment: oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter
- Ownership in digging into complex problems
Nice To Haves
- Embedded Linux userspace and kernel development
- Knowledge of debugging systems at ARM assembly code level
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the embedded software that runs on the drone and our growing accessory product lines e.g. Skydio Dock
- Characterize, integrate, and validate key subsystems (e.g. cameras, radios, flight controllers)
- Bring up and debug new hardware
- Write interfaces and drivers for sensors, cameras, and other devices
Benefits
- Diversity drives innovation
- Multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives
- Inclusive culture
- Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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