Middleware Software Engineer Intern; Fall

Requirements

• A junior, senior, or MS-level student, preferably having taken Computer Systems classes
• Experience with C++ and Python
• An understanding of concurrency – multi-threading, multi-processing, and how to handle race conditions
• Ability to write clean code with appropriate abstraction boundaries
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to debug complex issues and propose effective solutions

• We are looking for interns for the Fall 2026 Season
• The Device Platform - Middleware team is responsible for the foundational infrastructure that underlies Skydio devices
• The software we write and maintain sits between the kernel and application layers of Skydio’s autonomous drones and accessory products, and includes software updates, logging, media management, inter-process communication, and the event loop
• At this critical layer, we work cross-functionality with teams across the company, including Embedded Systems, Design, Flight Test, and Customer Support
• As a Software Engineering Intern for our team, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop functionality for internal teams and/or current & future products in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Develop and implement software that runs on the drone and our growing accessory product lines
• As an intern you will work on real projects that have a visible impact on our products
• Design clear, simple APIs for complex infrastructure
• Evaluate the performance and reliability of our system middleware
• Work closely with other members of the Middleware team
• Have a strong sense of ownership and autonomy over your work