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Autonomy Engineer Intern - Deep Learning in Computational Photography

SkydioSan Mateo, California, United States
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Experience Level

Entry Level

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A solid understanding of deep learning frameworks (such as TensorFlow or PyTorch) and experience with computer vision tasks will be highly beneficial. Additionally, familiarity with programming languages like Python and an interest in drone technology and autonomous systems will set you apart.

About the job

Skydio designs and builds autonomous drones in San Mateo, California. Their technology supports professionals across industries, including utility inspectors, first responders, and military personnel. The team combines artificial intelligence, hardware, and software expertise to deliver drones for enterprise, public safety, and defense applications.

Role overview

This internship centers on deep learning and computational photography for Skydio’s AI-powered aerial robotics. The team extracts semantic and geometric details from visual data, advancing real-time deep learning for autonomous navigation. These efforts enhance camera performance and support inspection, mapping, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and public safety missions.

What you will do

  • Design, implement, and deploy deep learning models for computational photography tasks such as super-resolution, multi-frame denoising, low-light imaging, and HDR imaging.
  • Work with large-scale real-world video and sensor datasets for data mining, curation, labeling, training, and evaluation.
  • Train and optimize models for complex challenges, including multimodal scene understanding, optical flow, range estimation, object detection, segmentation and tracking, visual localization and mapping, few-shot learning, and automated path planning.

Who should apply

This internship suits those interested in deep learning for imaging, computer vision, and autonomous systems. Candidates who want to tackle practical and technical challenges in these areas are encouraged to apply.

About Skydio

Skydio is revolutionizing the drone industry through advanced autonomous flight technology, committed to empowering users across various sectors with innovative aerial solutions. Our focus on artificial intelligence and operational excellence positions us as a leader in the market.

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