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Skydio
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Electrical Engineer (all levels)

Brief overview

San Mateo, California, United StatesIn-person
$128k–$240k/yrStated range
66 H-1B approvalsDept. of Labor
15 green cardsCertified filings
Mobile SoC designHigh speed digital designWiFiCellularEMI/RF troubleshootingPythonCDFMEmbedded systems

About the company

Skydio uses artificial intelligence to create flying drones that are used by consumer, enterprise, and government customers.

Visa sponsorship history

4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026

Data powered by U.S. Department of Labor. This does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
66H-1B approved
100%approval rate
9new H-1B hires
15PERM certified
$183,150median wage / yr
H-1B Petition ApprovalsVisas USCIS actually granted: the strongest sign the company sponsors.
202322
202417
202521
20266
LCA Certified ApplicationsAn early filing step, not a visa approval: it signals intent, not confirmed sponsorship.
20234
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Green Card (PERM) FilingsCertified green card filings: a long-term commitment to international hires.
20233
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Top sponsored roles
Senior Software Engineer - EmbeddedSupplier Quality EngineerStaff Software EngineerAccountantAutonomy Software Engineer
Sponsored employees from
India

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.

About the role:

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer (all levels) who will help architect, develop, and refine the electrical systems that bring together state-of-the-art computing hardware, sensing, and power systems.How you'll make an impact:

  • Define the architecture and select components for a complex embedded electro-mechanical and optical system

  • Work and direct others through detailed design of main logic, interconnect, power, RF and sensing systems around a mobile SOC

  • Integrate sophisticated cameras and imaging electronics

  • Incorporate DFM and other manufacturing considerations on the way to high-quality mass production

  • Create and carry out a validation plan for the system electronics

  • Solve related reliability, yield, and performance issues through development and into production

What makes you a good fit:

  • Experience shipping high-volume consumer electronic products in a senior or architect-level role

  • Mobile SoC design

  • High speed digital design

  • Connected products (wifi, cellular)

  • Troubleshooting EMI/RF problems

  • Familiar with scripting/programming in Python/C

Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $127,500 - $240,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria.

*Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location.

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At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.

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