PhD Autonomy Engineer Intern - Computer Vision / Deep Learning Summer 2027

The role

You will architect and implement computer vision algorithms that run on Skydio drones. You will research, prototype, and assess the feasibility of new approaches to advance autonomy capabilities.

What you will do

• Enable rapid research and development of intelligent systems
• Research, prototype, and assess the feasibility of new approaches
• Imagine and implement new features
• Characterize and quantify the performance of core components of the software and hardware stack

Required qualifications

• High proficiency in C++ and/or Python and PyTorch
• Solid software engineering foundation
• Commitment to writing clean, well-architected code
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, small team environment

Nice to have

• Enthusiasm for computer vision
• Enthusiasm for deep learning
• Enthusiasm for motion planning
• Enthusiasm for dynamics and controls
• Enthusiasm for 3D graphics
• Enthusiasm for distributed systems
• Enthusiasm for tools/infrastructure

About the company

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight. The team combines expertise in artificial intelligence, hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession.