# Senior Software Engineer, Hardware In Loop (HIL) at Skydio

- Company: Skydio
- What the company does: AI-powered autonomous drones for Drone as First Responder (DFR), critical infrastructure inspection, tactical ISR, site security, surveying and mapping. Backed by Accel, a16z and IVP.
- Company website: http://www.skydio.com
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: San Mateo, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $190K to $250K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-22
- Apply by: 2026-12-06
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/skydio/c9f87cf5-8431-4ba0-af1a-0b4f424962b5?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/skydio-senior-software-engineer-hardware-in-loop-hil/

## 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. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

Tags: R&D

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