Perception Engineer (State Estimation & Mapping)
About the role
What you'll do
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits (subject to location and local regulations)
About Lyte
The pay range for this role is:
Physical AI Labs
Sunnyvale, CA
- Build beautiful maps by fusing multi-modal sensor data (LiDAR, IMU, Camera).
- Capture the world with state-of-the-art 3D reconstruction techniques (SDFs, gaussian splats).
- Craft powerful visualization tools in order to introspect and tune algorithms.
- Profile and optimize code to achieve real-time performance deadlines.
5+ years of hands-on experience writing C++ and Python.
Experience implementing and debugging one or more of:
Kalman filters, factor graphs, and numerical optimization problems.
Bundle adjustment, 3D reconstruction, and visual odometry.
Signed distance functions, neural rendering, and gaussian splats.
Strong software engineering competency and a penchant for writing well-tested code.
Curiosity and a passion for math, physics, or geometry.
CUDA experience is beneficial.
- Competitive salary and equity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible vacation and time-off policy
- Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with a highly cross-functional team
Lyte builds perception systems for Physical AI operating in complex environments.
The company combines custom silicon, integrated sensors, and software into a unified platform for robotics, mobility, and next-generation automation.
Lyte is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a global presence.
If you’re excited about building impactful technology in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you!
The pay range for this role is:
150,000 - 300,000 USD per year (Bay Area, CA)