Systems Engineer, LiDAR Characterization

Aeva, Inc.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k plan

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Flexible time off

Job summary

Aeva, Inc. in Mountain View is seeking a Systems Engineer, LiDAR Characterization, to focus on the sensor itself—running tests in the lab and in the field, measuring performance, and debugging why it behaves as it does.

You will characterize sensor performance across scenarios, develop automation for testing, support field data collection, and work with hardware, optics, firmware, and algorithms teams to build a full end-to-end understanding of the 4D LiDAR system.

Qualifications

• MS in electrical engineering, physics, optics/photonics, or related field.
• 0–2 years of industry experience.
• Hands-on lab experience with sensors or optical systems.
• Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for data analysis.
• Methodical approach to debugging hardware, firmware, and software.
• Experience with LiDAR or perception sensors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run tests on LiDAR sensors in the lab and on vehicles.
• Develop automation software to accelerate lab testing and data collection.
• Support field data collection and logging of test conditions.
• Investigate system-level issues: reproduce problems and collect diagnostics.
• Help develop, run, and verify sensor calibration procedures.
• Analyze sensor data with Python or MATLAB and document results.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Lab experience

Debugging

Communication

LiDAR knowledge

Education

MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics/Photonics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

LiDAR systems

Signal processing

Job description

Aeva’s mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, security, and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position, allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Systems Engineer, LiDAR Characterization, to join the Systems team and work hands-on with our next-generation 4D LiDAR sensors. This role is for someone who wants to spend most of their time on the sensor itself: running it in the lab and in the field, measuring how it performs, and working out why it behaves the way it does.

You will characterize sensor performance across a wide range of scenarios, debug system-level issues, and support sensor calibration. You will work closely with senior systems engineers and with the algorithms, firmware, hardware, and optics teams, and you will build a working understanding of the full sensor, from the photonics and electronics through signal processing to the point cloud.

What you'll do

• Set up and run tests on LiDAR sensors in the lab and on vehicles for comprehensive characterization
• Develop automation software to accelerate lab testing and data collection
• Support field data collection across real-world scenarios, including preparing sensors and test setups and logging test conditions.
• Investigate system-level issues: reproduce the problem, collect diagnostic data, and work with the relevant engineering teams to find the root cause.
• Help develop, run, and verify sensor calibration procedures.
• Analyze sensor data with Python or MATLAB, and document and present results to the Systems team and cross-functional partners.

What you'll have

• An MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics/Photonics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with 0–2 years of industry experience.
• Hands-on lab experience with sensors, optical systems, or electronic test equipment from research, internships, or industry.
• Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for data analysis, and a foundation in signal processing, optics, or measurement statistics.
• A methodical approach to debugging problems that span hardware, firmware, and software, and clear written and verbal communication.
• Experience with LiDAR, radar, or other perception sensors, FMCW or coherent detection, or sensor calibration is a plus.

What's in it for you

• Spend most of your time hands-on with a cutting-edge 4D LiDAR sensor and learn the full system end to end.
• Work alongside and be mentored by experienced systems, optics, and signal processing engineers.
• Be part of a fast-paced and dynamic team.

$110,000 - $149,153 a year

Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges are subject to change in the future. Depending on the position offered, equity, bonus, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts, 401k plan, life and disability benefits, flexible time off, paid parental leave, and 11 paid holidays annually.

Aeva is an Equal Opportunity Employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.