[Hiring] Network Specialist @Skydio

Role Description

Skydio is seeking a Network Specialist to ensure every dock deployed can reach the necessary network and stay connected after launch. Responsibilities include:

• Working with customer networks in various locations, each with unique firewall and security policies.
• Collaborating with IT teams before installation to get the dock's network path approved and built.
• Supporting Deployment Engineering when connectivity issues arise.
• Troubleshooting docks that drop offline after launch.
• Working alongside the Network and Linux Specialist on cloud-connected dock programs.

This is a remote role requiring up to 40% travel for site surveys, customer engagements, deployments, team onsites, and company events. Comfort in customer interactions with varying technical expertise is essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in network engineering, network administration, or a customer-facing networking role.
• Strong hands-on experience with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, NAT, VPNs, and firewall policy.
• Experience with diagnosing connectivity problems using packet captures and standard network tools.
• Experience with enterprise firewalls and network equipment such as Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, or Meraki.
• Working knowledge of WiFi and cellular networking, including LTE or 5G routers.
• Comfortable communicating directly with customers of varying technical knowledge.
• Highly organized with strong documentation habits.

Requirements

• FAA Part 107 Certificate, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time.
• US Person required for working at US government facilities.

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries.
• Equity in the form of stock options.
• Comprehensive benefits packages.
• Paid vacation time, sick leave, and holiday pay.
• 401K savings plan.