Senior Software Engineer, Hardware In Loop (HIL)

Skydio Embedded HIL System OwnerSkydio 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:You will own Skydio's embedded HIL system end to end: the Python test framework, its CI integration, the fleet of physical test stations, and the devices on them. You'll set its technical direction, keep it reliable as the number of products and tests grows, and make it easy for other teams to add tests.How You'll Make an Impact:Own the architecture and roadmap of the HIL test framework and its integration with CIDesign and build new test stations and fixtures and bring new products onto the HILPartner with firmware, platform and product teams to turn their validation needs into reliable automated testsDevelop new critical use cases to expand hardware validation and development to more broad teamsTriage failing runs, separate infrastructure problems from product regressions, and route real bugs to the right teamWhat Makes You a Good Fit:Strong Python, with clean, well-tested code and sensible abstraction boundariesSoftware engineering experience, including building or owning test or CI infrastructureSolid Linux systems skills: networking, USB/udev, systemd, Docker, shellHands-on embedded Linux experience: flashing, bootloaders and recovery modes, serial consoles, debugging boards that don't bootClear communicator who can support many engineering teamsExperience / interest in hardware bring-up and system debuggingObtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positionsCompensation: 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 $190,000 - $250,000. 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.