Software Engineer - Autonomy Infrastructure, Systems and Tools

ph3Software Engineer - Autonomy Infrastructure, Systems and Tools /h3 pSkydio is the leading U.S. drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best‑in‑class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. /p h3About the Role /h3 pWe are looking for an experienced software engineer to lead the development of tools that support every stage of the autonomy lifecycle. You will be responsible for building and evolving core internal platforms that allow engineers to test new ideas, diagnose system behaviors, and understand complex interactions between software and the physical world. This role combines backend systems work with front‑end visualization, and requires a strong sense of software design, developer experience, and a passion for enabling others through effective tooling. The systems you build will be used daily by autonomy developers, test engineers and other stakeholders across the company. /p h3Areas of Responsibility /h3 ul liDesign and build robust replay and analysis systems that enable engineers to inspect and reproduce recorded autonomy behavior, with fine‑grained control over system state, perception outputs, and decision‑making at every stage of the stack. /li liDevelop scalable infrastructure for automated testing and failure triage, expanding our simulation and log‑driven test coverage while accelerating root‑cause analysis through automated log processing and diagnostics. /li liOperate at the interface between autonomy software and core robotics middleware, defining clear APIs, data contracts, and performance requirements for messaging, state propagation, and coordination across subsystems, while partnering closely with downstream teams to support their implementation and integration. /li liDesign and implement high‑quality developer infrastructure and tools that prioritize reliability, performance, and usability, enabling rapid iteration, safe experimentation, and sustained velocity across the autonomy organization. /li /ul h3What You’ll Do /h3 ul liLead the design and implementation of scalable tools used across autonomy development and testing workflows. /li liCollaborate with autonomy, QA, and infrastructure teams to gather requirements, align on priorities, and deliver impactful tooling. /li liBuild tools that streamline stages of the robotics development process. /li liTake ownership of internal services from concept through deployment and monitoring. /li liContribute to the long‑term vision and roadmap for developer tools that improve debugging efficiency, test coverage, and system understanding. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul li3+ years of professional experience in software engineering, ideally in robotics, simulation, or systems development. /li liProficiency in C++ and Python, with a strong grasp of performance‑sensitive and multi‑threaded systems. /li liExperience with simulation frameworks, time‑synchronized data systems, or state‑machine‑driven applications. /li liFamiliarity with structured data visualization, log processing, or developer tooling design. /li liStrong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with cross‑functional teams. /li liComfort operating in a fast‑paced environment where requirements evolve and priorities shift. /li /ul h3Bonus Experience /h3 ul liExperience building performance‑sensitive systems (profiling, multithreading, real‑time constraints) in robotics, aerospace, automotive, or similar domains. /li liExposure to robotics / simulation / physics engines. /li liBackground in telemetry systems, log ingestion pipelines, or automated test environments. /li liFront‑end development skills in modern web frameworks (e.g., React, TypeScript, Three.js, Plotly) with a focus on data interaction and visualization. /li liFamiliarity with distributed systems or cloud‑hosted services used to support internal tools and customer applications. /li /ul h3Equal Opportunity Employment /h3 pAt Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. /p pQualified applicants will receive 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. /p pFor positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E‑Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr