Perception Engineer (State Estimation & Mapping)

Lyte; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Lyte in Sunnyvale, California, is seeking a perception engineer to develop core algorithms for mapping and state-estimation software. This role involves building maps using multi-modal sensor data and applying advanced 3D reconstruction techniques.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in C++ and Python, alongside strengths in Kalman filters and numerical optimization. A collaborative and innovative work environment is offered, with a focus on cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience writing C++ and Python.
• Experience implementing and debugging Kalman filters and numerical optimization problems.
• Strong software engineering competency and a penchant for writing well-tested code.

Responsibilities

• Build maps by fusing multi-modal sensor data.
• Capture the world with 3D reconstruction techniques.
• Craft visualization tools to introspect and tune algorithms.
• Profile and optimize code for real-time performance.

Skills

C++

Python

Kalman filters

Numerical optimization

3D reconstruction

Visual odometry

Job description

About Lyte
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. For more information, visit www.lyte.ai

About The Role

Lyte is building mapping and perception software for deployment on diverse robot platforms. As a perception engineer, you will develop the core algorithms of our mapping and state‑estimation stack. We are looking for engineers that love problems that sit at the intersection of computing, geometry, and optimization.

What You'll Do

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Curiosity and a passion for math, physics, or geometry.
• CUDA experience is beneficial.

Benefits

• 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

Pay Range

150,000 - 300,000 USD per year (Bay Area, CA)