Software Engineer - Machine Learning (ML/CV)

Skyways is an innovative startup based in Austin, TX, backed by prestigious investors including YCombinator. They are revolutionizing transportation through fully autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles, with a unique approach that sets them apart from competitors. Despite being early-stage, they already have vehicles in production serving paying customers, including military applications.

The role of ML/CV/AI Software Engineer is crucial to their mission, requiring a strong foundation in mathematics and science to work with flight dynamics and support mechanical engineers with hardware test stand software. The position demands expertise in machine learning, particularly computer vision, with hands-on experience in both training (Python) and inference (C++) implementations.

The ideal candidate will join a fast-paced environment where they'll contribute to building ML training pipelines, optimize edge computing solutions, and maintain production systems that directly impact aircraft operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of artificial intelligence and aerospace, with your code literally taking flight.

The company values technical excellence, practical implementation skills, and a collaborative mindset. They seek someone who can balance theoretical knowledge with hands-on engineering, participate in design reviews, and maintain high code quality standards through testing and continuous integration. The position offers the excitement of working on cutting-edge technology that's already proving its value in real-world applications.

Working at Skyways means being part of a transportation revolution, with the chance to advance civilization through innovative aerial solutions. The hybrid work environment in Austin provides flexibility while maintaining the collaborative atmosphere necessary for complex engineering challenges.