Skydio

Staff Product Manager, Vehicle AI

San Mateo, California, United States · Staff+ · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$197k-$250kDetected 41 days ago

Data AnalysisRobotics

About the role

As Staff Product Manager for Vehicle AI, you'll help shape this transformation.
From data collection and training to evaluation and deployment, you'll help shape the future of autonomous robotics at Skydio.
Define how autonomous systems should perceive, reason, plan, communicate, and act in real-world environments.

Own the roadmap for advancing Skydio's autonomous capabilities and vehicle intelligence.
Drive the end-to-end autonomy development lifecycle, including data collection, labeling, training, simulation, evaluation, deployment, and monitoring.
Own the user experience of autonomy, including how operators specify goals, understand system intent, and collaborate with autonomous systems.
At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation.
We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems.

Experience and aptitude for large scale data analytics skills and ability to generate data-driven insights
Excellent judgment in ambiguous environments and the ability to prioritize high-impact opportunities.
Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.

Define benchmarks, success metrics, and validation frameworks for autonomy performance, safety, and reliability.
Evaluate and apply emerging technologies, including foundation models, multimodal AI, and agentic systems.
Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.

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 $196,500 - $250,000*.
Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan.
Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location.

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.
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.
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.
Partner across machine learning, perception, planning, simulation, data platform, and software engineering teams to deliver new capabilities.

Skydio 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 https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions.
Work with customers and field teams to understand operational workflows and translate them into autonomy requirements.
We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.

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