Autonomy Software Engineer Job at Skydio (San Mateo)

Autonomy Software Engineer

Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enabl...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Merlin Labs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, robotics, or a related field
BS and 1+ or MS and 2+ years of experience developing software for robotic or autonomous systems
Experience with Linux and open-source development tools
Experience with overall product development cycle, including design, testing, and troubleshooting at the system level as well as at the software component level
Experience with both Python and C++
Experience with ROS, DDS or similar robotics middleware
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to learn and contribute across different technical domains

Job Responsibility

Develop software across the stack of an aircraft autonomy system, contributing to lower level embedded systems and higher level autonomy function areas as needed
Implement and integrate algorithms for perception, reasoning, decision making, planning, and execution in support of autonomous airborne operations
Collaborate with domain leads to understand architecture, requirements, and design intent for specific capabilities
Contribute to simulation, integration, and flight test activities to validate autonomy software in relevant environments
Write, test, document and review code according to Merlin’s development standards
Collaborate across Merlin to develop novel, certifiable systems to solve the toughest problems in aviation and autonomy

What we offer

health
dental
life
unlimited vacation
401k with match

Fulltime

Autonomy Software Engineer

As an Autonomy Engineer, your primary goal will be to make our autonomy system m...

Location

United States , San Mateo

Salary:

147000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Year

Skydio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

1+ years of experience writing production level code for autonomous robots, preferably flying robots
High level of proficiency in C++ and Python
Practical experience implementing state of the art algorithms in a robotics-adjacent area including computer vision, state estimation, motion planning, controls, sensor characterization and integration, UAS software and hardware development
Highly curious, creative, and able to communicate concepts to non-technical audiences
Strong software engineering fundamentals and a commitment to writing clean, well-designed, maintainable, readable code
Excited to use robotics to make the world safer, more productive, and more creative

Job Responsibility

Build cutting-edge autonomous capabilities through tight cross functional collaboration with our vision, planning & controls, deep learning, infrastructure, embedded, cloud, mobile, design, product, and flight test teams
Develop core robotics algorithms to expand our autonomous operational envelope in challenging environmental conditions, including night time, in urban canyons, in areas of GNSS and C2 interference, at sea, and in precipitation
Triage customer issues, recognize trends, and rapidly make our system more resilient to failures seen in the field
Research investments in simulated and in-real-life test infrastructure
Develop a deep understanding of core robotics principles coupled with a full understanding of how our system works
Help out across the full software stack when needed, maintaining the highest standards for code quality and proactively addressing tech debt
Conceive, design, implement, simulate, evaluate, and fly new motion planning strategies to extend capabilities and improve customer experience

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy - Calibration, Mapping & Localization

As a Staff/Senior Software Engineer on our Calibration, Localization, & Mapping ...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

180000.00 - 198000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MS/Phd with focus in robotics or a similar technical field of study
Solid foundation in probability theory, linear algebra, 3D geometry, and spatial coordinate transformations
In-depth understanding of matrix factorization algorithms and Lie algebra/groups
Solid theoretical knowledge of state-of-the-art techniques in 3D Lidar-based mapping and localization for autonomous vehicles (LOAM series, GICP, FastLIO, bundle-adjustment)
Familiarity with state estimation frameworks such as EKF’s as well as modern nonlinear optimization libraries (GTSAM, G2O, Ceres-Solver, GNC-Solver, etc.)
6+ years of industry experience as an autonomous vehicle or robotics software engineering professional including hands-on implementation and tuning on production hardware
6+ years industry experience writing C++ software in a production environment - architecture design, unit testing, code review, algorithm performance trade-offs, etc.
Proficiency in Python
Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, tune, and test mapping, localization, and sensor calibration algorithms for our autonomous vehicle platforms using C++ and Python
Develop tooling and metrics for performance validation and continuous testing frameworks
Balance project tasks, code reviews, and research to meet product-driven milestones in a fast-paced startup environment

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy - Perception, Deep Learning

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Perception te...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

180000.00 - 198000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MS/PhD in computer science, computer engineering, robotics, or similar technical field of study
4+ years of experience writing Python software in a production environment - unit testing, code review, algorithm performance trade-offs, etc.
Strong theoretical foundation in deep learning techniques for computer vision, with working knowledge of linear algebra, probability, and optimization
Hands-on experience developing and deploying deep learning models for real-world perception tasks (e.g., detection, segmentation, multi-object tracking)
Proficiency with libraries such as Pytorch, TensorFlow, Numpy, SciPy, OpenCV (Python), etc.
Experience building and integrating tools and infrastructure to optimize model development lifecycle, including but not limited to model versioning, model evaluation, model deployment, etc.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, and optimize deep learning models for object detection, segmentation, and tracking using camera and lidar data
Build and maintain data pipelines, training infrastructure, and inference frameworks to support reproducible and scalable model development
Develop tools and metrics for evaluating model performance and ensuring robustness across diverse warehouse environments
Work with third-party annotation vendors to generate high-quality labeled datasets for training and validation

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy - Behavior, Planning & Controls

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing next-g...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

180000.00 - 198000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MS/PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Strong proficiency in C++ and Python with a deep understanding of software development best practices
Solid foundation in robotics principles, particularly motion planning and control systems
Strong background in vehicle dynamics and experience applying these principles to autonomous systems
Knowledge of nonlinear optimization and search-based planning techniques
Familiarity with ROS2 for designing, building, and operating robotic systems
Strong mathematical foundation, including geometry, linear algebra, and probability
Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Strong communication and cross-team collaboration skills

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, and optimize motion planning and control algorithms for autonomous vehicles
Develop and enhance software infrastructure for vehicle simulation, performance validation, and system diagnostics
Architect and refine path-planning and tracking control algorithms to improve autonomy performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy and validate solutions in both simulated and real-world environments
Balance hands-on development, code reviews, and research to achieve product-driven milestones in a fast-paced startup environment
Integrate cutting-edge robotics research into our autonomous driving stack to enhance system capabilities

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer- Flight Autonomy

Merlin Labs is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong experience in DO-1...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Merlin Labs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or related field
3-5 years of embedded or flight software development experience within a DO-178C environment
Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded, real-time, safety-critical systems
Understanding of avionics protocols and architectures (ARINC 429, ARINC 653, CAN, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet)
Experience designing and implementing software for real-time operating systems (RTOS), with strong knowledge of low level topics such as device driver development, interrupt handling, memory management, and performance estimation
Strong experience with requirements management, including authoring high-quality software requirements, maintaining traceability, and using tools such as DOORS, Jama, or Polarion
Experience with hardware/software integration, debugging on target hardware, and use of analysis tools (logic analyzers, bus analyzers)
Experience with Python scripting, tool automation and test automation
Experience with CI/CD environments and automated code quality checks

Job Responsibility

Develop, integrate, and verify flight-critical software using C/C++ following DO-178C processes
Build application-level flight software and ensure robust integration with underlying avionics hardware interfaces
Create, maintain and review software requirements, code and certification artifacts adhering to certification plans and standards
Troubleshoot integration issues on test benches and aircraft
Develop automated workflows for software integration and build processes
Collaborate with engineers from cross functional groups such as systems, safety, hardware, flight controls and test to ensure product and program level needs are met
Contribute to planning and execution of SOI audits and certification reviews
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software requirements, architecture, build processes and design decisions
Support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), processor-in-the-loop (PIL), and flight testing activities

Fulltime

Engineering Manager - Autonomy

Skydio is built around deep technological investments in autonomy that lead to b...

Location

United States , San Mateo, California

Salary:

170000.00 - 276000.00 USD / Year

Skydio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Hands-on technical leader with strong software engineering experience
Deep understanding of topics in robotics, computer vision, and software systems
Proven leadership, management, recruiting, team building, and communication skills
Solid fundamentals in 3D geometry, mathematics, and linear algebra

Job Responsibility

Leverage product insight, robotics and/or computer vision, and high quality software engineering to bring state-of-the-art autonomy technology to market
Execute on complex cross-team goals, collaborating across our product management, embedded, mobile, cloud, hardware, and flight test teams with emphasis on excellent communication
Hire and mentor elite engineers to scale up our team
Leverage your experience and best practices to uphold and improve Skydio’s engineering standards

What we offer

Equity in the form of stock options
Comprehensive benefits packages
Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles
Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan

Fulltime

F10 Autonomy Engineer Intern

If you have a strong foundation in math, theory, and software development and yo...

Location

United States , San Mateo

Salary:

47.00 - 58.00 USD / Hour

Skydio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated enthusiasm for one or more of the following: motion planning, dynamics and controls, 3D graphics, computer vision, deep learning, distributed systems, tools/infrastructure, mobile
Solid software engineering foundation and a commitment to writing clean, well-architected code
High proficiency in C++ and Python
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, small team environment

Job Responsibility

Enable rapid research and development of intelligent systems with advanced autonomous capabilities beyond anything that exists in the world today
Research, prototype, and generally assess the feasibility of new approaches
Imagine and then implement new features that unlock magic for our users
Characterize and quantify the performance of core components of the software and hardware stack

Autonomy Software Engineer

Skydio

Location:
United States , San Mateo

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Posted:
January 03, 2026

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