Senior Wireless Systems Performance Engineer

Senior Wireless Systems Performance Engineer

San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time

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 to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond.

About the role:

By combining best‑in‑class autonomy and cloud‑connected real‑time visibility, drones will become the critical and ubiquitous infrastructure that can be deployed and monitored in real‑time to solve various problems faster, cheaper, and safer than ever before. Realizing this future requires a reliable and robust wireless communication network across multiple use cases and capabilities. We’re looking for you, an experienced Wireless Performance Lead to join the team, manage and drive the network performance metrics, optimize network parameters, and drive conducted and over‑the‑air testing in complex scenarios.

How you'll make an impact:

• Evaluate, optimize, and improve Skydio's wireless solutions, extend the range and manage various connection topologies.
• Lead the deployment and OTA performance of such a network to meet system‑level KPI of robustness in extremely congested environments.
• Develop, implement, and validate system‑level algorithms aimed at improving performance metrics.
• Evaluate, tune, and optimize performance across multiple wireless standards, including WLAN and LTE.
• Evaluate complex network performance that involves multiple drones, ground control stations, and users.
• Drive and enhance performance testing infrastructure.

What makes you a good fit:

• Understanding of WLAN/3
  
  GPP protocols and performance metrics.
• Strong background in wireless channels and associated impact on system performance.
• Experience with wireless PHY and MAC level firmware is preferred.
• Experience with Mesh, OFDMA and scheduled‑based network operation.
• Experience with wireless test equipment, protocol analyzer, and PHY level test equipment.
• Experience in test automation, including designing and implementing automated test scripts.
• Can work in a collaborative environment with multiple teams alongside systems, SW and RF engineers.
• Experience debugging skills in a variety of environments, including those close to hardware.
• Ability to analyze and report results from automated tests to identify issues and suggest improvements.

Compensation: 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 $170,000 - $*. 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 401(K) 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.

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. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti‑discrimination laws.

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