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Fun and Very Challenging

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Skydio for 4 years
August 22, 2024
San Mateo, CA
5.0
RecommendsApproves of CEO
Pros

Working at Skydio has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. From the moment I joined, I felt like I was part of something special.

The culture here is all about innovation, creativity, and tackling big challenges head-on. It's a lot of fun!

Every day is different, and sometimes that can drive you insane, and I love that about Skydio. Whether I’m brainstorming with my team on a tough problem or enjoying a company event, there's always a great balance between hard work and having fun.

The challenges are real, but so is the support you get from your colleagues. It feels like everyone genuinely wants you to succeed.

What I appreciate most is how much I’ve grown since I started. The work pushes you to think outside the box, and you’re constantly learning new things.

If you’re looking for a place where you can have a blast while also being challenged to grow, Skydio is where you want to be. We're all on a rowing boat, trying our best to row fast and steady towards our challenging goal, but the beauty is we're all rowing it together.

Cons

Aggressive milestones and goals can sometimes cause you to lose sight of work-life balance. We're a startup, so the path to liquidity is unpredictable, but I'm a big believer!

Advice to Management

Continue to take good care of your employees. Retaining great talent is contagious for other great talent to stay. More benefits will offset some of the burnout (higher wellness plans, more company team events, shuttle busses(?))

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
4.0
Culture and Values
5.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
4.0
Career Opportunities
5.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
5.0

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