Skydio
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AutonomyEngineerIntern-ComputerVision/DeepLearningFall2026
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“Autonomy Engineer Intern - Computer Vision/Deep Learning Fall 2026 at Skydio. Skills: Computer vision, Deep learning, C++, Python. Architect algorithms. Implement algorithms”
Industry & Context.
Develop autonomy algorithms
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High proficiency in C++, High proficiency in Python, High proficiency in PyTorch, Solid software engineering foundation, Commitment to writing clean code, Commitment to well-architected code
Nice to Have
Demonstrated enthusiasm for computer vision, Demonstrated enthusiasm for deep learning, Demonstrated enthusiasm for motion planning, Demonstrated enthusiasm for dynamics and controls, Demonstrated enthusiasm for 3D graphics, Demonstrated enthusiasm for distributed systems, Demonstrated enthusiasm for tools/infrastructure
What You'll Do.
Enable rapid research
Enable rapid development
Research new approaches
Prototype new approaches
Assess feasibility of new approaches
Implement new features
Characterize performance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Thrive in a collaborative environment
Full 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 https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions. About the role: The core of our system is the computer vision algorithms that allow drones to understand the world around them. You will architect and implement the algorithms that run on every drone powered by Skydio as part of a world class computer vision and deep learning team with researchers who have pushed the state of the art in academia and industry. We are looking for interns for our Fall program. As a Research Intern, you will be paired up with one or more members of our core software development team, assuming direct ownership of a project that meaningfully advances the capabilities of our team and products. If you have a strong foundation in math, theory, and software development and you are interested in directly contributing to the development of the next generation of autonomy algorithms and pushing them into real products, we would love to hear from you. How you'll make an impact: - 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 What makes you a stro
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