Senior PHY-Algo Engineer

Lyte AI; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible vacation policy

Cross-functional team culture

Job summary

Lyte AI, based in Sunnyvale, CA, seeks a Senior PHY Algorithm Engineer to develop high-performance DSP algorithms for hardware accelerators, CPUs, GPUs, and vector DSPs. You will optimize and support algorithm pipelines across the full development lifecycle, working with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, production-ready solutions.

The role emphasizes fixed-point design, verification with bit-exact models, and collaboration with Digital Front-End and embedded DSP software teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in algorithm development for signal processing or advanced communication systems.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and C/C++ for end-to-end DSP pipelines.
• Experience with fixed-point design and bit-exact, cycle-accurate models.
• Experience collaborating with Digital Front-End designers, verification engineers, and embedded DSP software developers.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop advanced signal processing algorithms for sensing applications.
• Define, document, and maintain algorithmic specifications and technical documentation.
• Perform fixed-point analysis and modeling to support HW/SW implementations.
• Develop and execute end-to-end algorithm pipeline simulations using MATLAB and Python.
• Conduct algorithm performance evaluation and validation at block and system levels.
• Collaborate with front-end design, verification, architecture, SW, and system teams throughout development.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

Fixed-point design

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a Senior PHY Algorithm Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development and delivery of state-of-the-art algorithmic solutions integrated into the company's products. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience designing and developing algorithms intended for implementation on dedicated hardware accelerators, CPUs, GPUs, and vector DSPs. In this role, you will be responsible for the development, optimization, and long-term support of high-performance DSP algorithm pipelines. You will work closely with Digital Front-End design, verification, and embedded DSP software teams throughout the full algorithm development lifecycle. You will support silicon bring-up and end-to-end system integration, including data analysis and validation, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, production-ready solutions.

What you'll do

• Research, design, and develop advanced signal processing algorithms for sensing applications
• Define, document, and maintain algorithmic specifications and technical documentation
• Perform fixed-point analysis and modeling to support efficient HW and SW implementations
• Develop and execute end-to-end algorithm pipeline simulations using MATLAB and/or Python
• Conduct algorithm performance evaluation and validation at both block and system levels within simulation environments
• Optimize platform and HW architectures with a focus on effective HW/SW partitioning
• Collaborate closely with front-end design, verification, architecture, SW, and system teams throughout the development lifecycle

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in algorithm development, spanning concept, modeling, and implementation, for signal processing and/or advanced communication systems
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and C/C++ for the development, integration, and validation of algorithms within end-to-end DSP pipelines
• Demonstrated expertise in fixed-point design and implementation of computationally intensive algorithms, including the delivery of bit-exact and cycle-accurate fixed-point models and detailed specifications
• Proven experience collaborating with Digital Front-End designers, verification engineers, and embedded DSP software developers, including the generation of test vectors to enable bit-exact algorithm implementations in RTL and embedded software
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A collaborative team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field
• Experience in algorithm development and data analysis across application domains such as automotive systems, IoT, robotics, and multimodal sensor platforms
• Strong foundation in signal processing, including spectrum analysis, filter design, estimation and detection theory, and optimization techniques
• Experience developing computer vision and machine learning algorithms, including clustering, tracking, classification, and 3D point-cloud processing
• Proven experience porting and optimizing DSP algorithms for dedicated HW accelerators and heterogeneous CPU/DSP/GPU architectures, with particular emphasis on radar and LiDAR sensor applications

Benefits (subject to location and local regulations)

• 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

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

If you're excited about building impactful technology in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we'd love to hear from you!