Hardware-in-the-Loop Software Engineer Intern, Winter 2027

Skydio is a US drone company and a leader in autonomous flight, making drones, docks and software for inspection, public safety and defence. Its Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) team runs the system that tests real devices automatically: the Python test framework, its CI integration and a fleet of physical test stations.

Key responsibilities

• Shape the architecture of the HIL test framework and its CI integration
• Build new test stations and fixtures and bring new products onto the HIL
• Turn firmware and product teams' needs into reliable automated tests
• Triage failing runs and route real bugs to the right team

Requirements

• Junior, senior or master's student with test infrastructure experience
• Strong Python with clean, well-tested code
• Linux skills: networking, USB, systemd, Docker and shell
• Hands-on embedded Linux: flashing, bootloaders and serial consoles
• FAA Part 107 certification within 60 days is strongly encouraged

Location and schedule

• San Mateo, California; hybrid
• Winter 2027

Salary and benefits

USD 47 an hour for undergraduates, USD 53 for graduate students and USD 70 for PhD students, depending on skills and experience. Interns get paid vacation, sick leave, holiday pay and a 401(k).

How to apply

Apply on the company's own site.