Senior Director of Information Technology, Skydio
$200-270k
+ Equity
4+ days a week in office (San Mateo, CA)
Drone manufacturer
Open for applications
Drone manufacturer
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
$200-270k
+ Equity
4+ days a week in office (San Mateo, CA)
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To make the world more productive, creative, and safe with autonomous flight.
Role
Who you are
- 10+ years in IT leadership roles within a high-growth technology or security-driven environment
- Proven experience managing global IT infrastructure and business applications
- Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to problem-solving
- Ability to adapt quickly to changes in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment
- Hands-on experience with networking, AWS cloud platforms, cybersecurity best practices, identity providers such as Okta and G Suite business systems
- Ability to be in office a minimum of 4 days per week in San Mateo, CA
What the job involves
- As the Sr. Director of IT at Skydio, you will lead a team to manage and scale the company's IT infrastructure, systems, and services across all locations. You will drive strategic initiatives that enhance IT operations, focusing on reliability, scalability, security, and user experience. This role requires a hands-on approach to solve immediate challenges while planning long-term improvements
- Own and scale IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across all Skydio locations
- Develop, deploy, and support IT systems, including network, application, and end-user services
- Work with engineering, product, and operations teams to align IT initiatives and support Skydio’s specific project requirements
- Lead the design and implementation of IT strategies that align with business growth and operational needs
- Implement automation, monitoring, and proactive IT solutions to improve efficiency and reduce downtime
- Ensure robust cybersecurity measures to protect Skydio’s assets and maintain compliance with relevant standards
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to optimize cost-effectiveness
- Collaborate with internal teams to implement systems that enhance productivity and support company goals
- Foster a high-performing team by recruiting, developing, and mentoring IT professionals
Our take
A leader in autonomous flight, Skydio builds drones that can track and film targets while avoiding obstacles. Its products have a wide range of applications, most notably for businesses that need to undertake inspections in unsafe places. The drones are also valuable to search and rescue efforts, police forces, and the US army.
Backed by a range of top investors and strategic partners (including Andreesen Horowitz, Levitate Capital, and Next 47) Skydio sets itself apart from its competitors by marketing its products predominantly to businesses. With technology such as 3D scanning and a 360-degree superzoom mode, its drones have a wide range of applications and functionality.
The company raised funding in 2023, which has boosted its valuation to over $2 billion. It has since focussed on R&D, developing and launching the X10 model which is designed for first responders and the military, as well as enhancing its remote control and thermal imaging capabilities. As the largest American drone company, there is no reason Skydio shouldn't remain a key industry actor for years to come.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
24% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Feb 2023
$230m
SERIES E
Feb 2021
$171m
SERIES D
Total funding: $571m
Company benefits
- Work from home opportunities
Company HQ
Western Hills, San Mateo, CA
Leadership
Adam Bry
(CEO)Having studied at MIT, they spent a year and a half at Google as a Software Engineer. They left this position in February 2014 to co-found Skydio.
Abraham Bachrach
(CTO)Earned a PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT, and was a Software Engineer for Google's Project Wing.
Matt Donahoe
(CXO)Previously a Research Assistant at MIT Media Lab and a Mobile Engineer at Pocket Gems.
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