Radar Systems GPU Software engineer

Aptiv PLC; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Learning & development

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Aptiv PLC is seeking an experienced Automotive GPU Programmer specializing in radar signal processing to develop and optimize GPU-accelerated algorithms for ADAS and autonomous driving. The role focuses on real-time radar processing on GPU platforms and cross-functional integration with automotive systems.

The candidate will work with radar engineers, hardware teams, and software developers to deliver high-performance radar solutions, using CUDA, Nsight, and PerfHUD for profiling and debugging.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of GPU programming and radar signal processing experience in automotive or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize radar signal processing algorithms for GPU-based platforms in automotive applications.
• Use GPU parallelism and memory management to achieve real-time, low-latency radar processing.
• Integrate radar processing algorithms with ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
• Diagnose performance bottlenecks and bugs on GPU platforms.
• Collaborate with radar engineers, hardware teams, and software developers to deliver high-performance solutions.
• Create and maintain technical docs and code comments for cross-team communication.

Skills

GPU programming

Radar signal processing

Automotive standards

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

Education

Master’s degree in CS/EE

Tools

CUDA

Nsight

PerfHUD

Job description

We are Aptiv – a global technology company with 190,000 specialists in 46 countries. We develop innovative software and build the hardware to bring autonomous driving cars, advanced driver‑assistance systems, connected vehicles and smart cities to life in a way that only we can. We work in partnership with almost all car manufacturers. Our sensors, systems and software can already be found in almost all passenger cars today.

With our deep domain expertise, Aptiv is developing solutions that solve our customers’ toughest challenges. We are enabling the transition to software‑defined vehicles supported by electrified and intelligently connected architectures – which will combine to power the future of mobility.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Automotive GPU Programmer specializing in Radar Signal Processing to join our team. This role involves developing and optimizing GPU‑accelerated algorithms for automotive radar systems, supporting advanced driver‑assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of GPU programming, radar signal processing, and automotive system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Algorithm Development: Design, implement, and optimize radar signal processing algorithms for GPU‑based platforms in automotive applications.
• Performance Optimization: Utilize GPU parallelism and memory management techniques to optimize radar processing algorithms, ensuring real‑time performance and low‑latency processing.
• Integration & Testing: Work closely with cross‑functional teams to integrate and test radar processing algorithms within ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
• System Debugging & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks, bugs, and issues related to radar processing on GPU platforms.
• Collaborative Development: Collaborate with radar system engineers, hardware teams, and software developers to align on requirements and deliver high‑performance solutions.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain technical documentation, code comments, and relevant guides to ensure clear communication across teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 3 years of experience in GPU programming and radar signal processing for automotive or related industries.

Technical Skills:

• GPU Programming: Expertise in CUDA with a focus on real‑time processing.
• Radar Signal Processing: Strong knowledge of radar algorithms (FFT, Doppler processing, CFAR, etc.) and experience with radar sensor data.
• Automotive Standards: Familiarity with ADAS standards (e.g., ISO 26262, AUTOSAR) and radar system requirements.
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in C/C , Python, and MATLAB.
• Debugging & Profiling Tools: Experience with GPU profiling and debugging tools like Nsight, PerfHUD, or similar tools.

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement

“Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law”