About the job
Skydio stands as the premier drone company in the United States and is recognized globally as a leader in autonomous flight technology, which is pivotal for the future of drones and aerial mobility. Our dedicated team possesses extensive expertise in artificial intelligence, exceptional hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to our customers. We empower a diverse array of drone users, ranging from utility inspectors and first responders to soldiers in complex battlefield scenarios and beyond.
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Staff Product Manager for Drone Hardware Platforms & Sensors, who will engage closely with customers and collaborate with our hardware and embedded software engineering teams. You will play a pivotal role in defining and shaping Skydio’s current and future drone platforms, controllers, cameras, and accessories ecosystem. This role is an extraordinary opportunity to drive significant impact by addressing the most critical challenges faced by enterprise, government, and public safety sectors.
Location
This position is primarily based at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA, requiring onsite attendance five days a week, with approximately 25% travel. We also provide relocation assistance if necessary.
Your Impact:
Collaborate with our CEO and engineering executives to shape our overall vehicle and hardware strategy, including the introduction of innovative hardware products and vehicle form factors.
Engage with customers, prospects, and internal partners to identify core business challenges and formulate effective strategies for resolution.
Utilize direct customer interactions and analytics to address key pain points and deliver significant solutions for our users.
Continuously develop and manage product requirement documents and roadmaps for Skydio’s vehicle hardware, controllers, cameras/sensors, and embedded software.
Work in partnership with designers and engineering leaders across hardware, firmware, computer vision, AI, and machine learning to realize your product vision and requirements.
Document and analyze customer feedback to guide product development effectively.
Collaborate with sales and customer success teams to foster strong customer relationships and ensure satisfaction.
Team up with product marketing to craft launch strategies, product positioning, and messaging to successfully introduce your products to the market.

