Software Engineer – Product Prototypes and Technology Demonstrations

Lyte; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and equity

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible vacation and time-off policy

Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusi

Job summary

Lyte is seeking engineers to develop and prototype software in C++ and Python for new products and technology demonstrations on evolving hardware. You will bridge theoretical research and physical implementation by re-architecting algorithms into high-performance embedded code.

The role requires a strong background in embedded systems, C/C++, Python, and rapid prototyping, with collaboration across hardware and software teams to deliver practical demonstrations and scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 2+ years of industry experience or 5+ years of applied research.
• Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ and Python for resource-constrained embedded environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prototype software for new products and technology demonstrations using C++ and Python.
• Bridge theoretical research and physical implementation by re-architecting algorithms into high-performance embedded code.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to validate designs on evolving hardware platforms.

Skills

C++

Python

Rapid Prototyping

Embedded Systems

Computer Architecture

Cross-functional Collaboration

Software Architecture

Technical Documentation

HIL Testing

Hardware Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

CI/CD

Embedded Linux

RTOS

Job description

Develop and prototype software in C++ and Python for new products and technology demonstrations over evolving hardware. Act as a bridge between theoretical research and physical implementation by re-architecting algorithms into high-performance embedded code.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 2+ years of industry experience or 5+ years of applied research. Must possess expert-level proficiency in C/C++ and Python specifically for resource-constrained embedded environments.

Key Skills

• C++
• Python
• Rapid Prototyping
• Embedded Systems
• Computer Architecture
• CI/CD
• Embedded Linux
• RTOS
• Hardware Debugging
• Chip Bring-up
• Board Design
• HIL Testing
• Machine Learning Deployment
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Software Architecture
• Technical Documentation

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