Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Camera Systems

Skydio • San Mateo, CA

290d • $170,000 - $277,500

About The Position

Skydio designs and manufactures fully autonomous drones that use advanced computer vision and machine learning to capture high-quality, cinematic video. As a key member of our agile embedded software team, you will leverage deep expertise in ISP pipelines and ARM-based SoCs to architect and develop cutting-edge camera subsystems for both current and next-generation products.

Requirements

• Proven experience with ISP development on ARM-based Linux/Android SoCs
• Deep understanding of ISP pipeline architecture, including front-end, Bayer processing, and post-processing
• Strong background in algorithm development across CPU, DSP, GPU, and ISP pipelines
• Hands-on experience with stabilization algorithms and tuning (OIS, EIS)
• Familiarity with Android Camera HAL3, Linux V4L2, AVC, and HEVC standards
• Experience with GStreamer and GPU shader-based implementations for image processing (Debayering, lens shading, etc.)
• Strong embedded development experience, including firmware for physical hardware
• Proficiency in modern C++ in real-time, embedded environments
• Python scripting and development skills
• Skilled in hardware bring-up, low-level debugging, and performance optimization
• Commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and well-abstracted code

Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of camera subsystems
• Design and bring up ISP and camera module hardware
• Configure and optimize ISP and encoder pipelines
• Collaborate with image quality, calibration, and test teams to deliver production-ready camera software
• Develop next-generation image processing algorithms for autonomous flight applications
• Bring up and debug new hardware platforms and prototypes

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries
• Equity in the form of stock options
• Comprehensive benefits packages
• Paid vacation time
• Sick leave
• Holiday pay
• 401K savings plan
• Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees