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Skydio

Robot type
Drone
Location
San MateoCaliforniaUSA
Job type
Software
Posted
Jun 1, 2026
Salary
$147,500–$210,000 a year
Full-time

Wireless Software Engineer

Job description

Skydio is the leading US 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 .

Job responsibilities

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

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