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Skydio · 1 week ago

Wireless Software Engineer

positionSan Mateo, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$148K/yr - $210K/yr

Skydio is the leading US drone company specializing in autonomous flight technology. The Wireless Software Engineer will play a key role in enhancing Skydio's wireless capabilities, developing innovative communication protocols, and optimizing software and firmware for better connectivity and performance in challenging environments.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Drone ManagementDronesMachine LearningRobotics
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Growth Opportunities
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

You will play a key role in pushing the boundaries of Skydio’s wireless capabilities – delivering longer range, faster connectivity, and secure data transmission
You will work on a new and innovative communication protocol to facilitate best-in-class mesh drone communication
You will design and implement innovative solutions to facilitate reliable and efficient drone communication in an OFDMA-based mesh network
You will design, develop, and optimize wireless software and firmware across WLAN, LTE, and 5G to enhance connectivity, range, and robustness
You will implement and validate system-level algorithms in software to meet performance KPIs under congested and dynamic network conditions

Qualification

WLAN protocolsCellular protocolsFirmware developmentC++PythonMesh networkingSoftware engineeringCross-functional collaboration

Required

Strong understanding of WLAN and/or cellular protocols, including OFDMA, mesh networking, and scheduled network operations
Proficient in firmware development with a solid foundation in wireless communication systems
Well-versed in C++, C and Python
Strong software engineering skills, including design, implementation, and performance tuning of wireless features
Skilled in diagnosing and resolving complex issues spanning multiple layers, including hardware
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including RF, Hardware, and Systems

Benefits

Equity in the form of stock options
Comprehensive benefits packages
Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles
Group health insurance plans
Paid vacation time
Sick leave
Holiday pay
401K savings plan

Company

Skydio

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Skydio uses artificial intelligence to create flying drones that are used by consumer, enterprise, and government customers.
dateFounded in 2014
location
San Mateo, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://www.skydio.com

H1B Sponsorship

Skydio has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (34)
2024 (21)
2023 (22)
2022 (12)
2021 (16)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$740M
Key Investors
Linse CapitalAndreessen HorowitzN47
2024-11-15Series E· $170M
2023-02-27Series E· $230M
2021-02-28Series D· $170M

Leadership Team

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Adam Bry
Co-founder & CEO
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Tom Moss
COO (2018-2020), CEO APAC (2020-2024), Chief Corp Dev (2024~)
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Recent News

Accel.
Accel Portfolio -Skydio.
2026-01-06
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Globalstar, Skydio Complete Successful 5G Drone Connectivity Trial
2025-12-17
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Globalstar and Skydio Complete First Drone Flight on Globalstar Band n53TM and XCOM RAN
2025-12-16
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