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!
About the role
- We are seeking SDK Software Engineers to build the host-side SDK, APIs, and tools that let customers integrate Lyte’s perception hardware into their products. You will shape the developer experience for everyone who builds on Lyte.
What you'll do
- Design and develop the host-platform SDK and APIs (C/C++ and Python) for Lyte’s sensing products
- Build host drivers, data streaming, and device configuration/control interfaces
- Develop sample applications, reference integrations, and developer documentation
- Ensure cross-platform support (Linux, Windows) and clean, stable API design
- Optimize host-side data pipelines for throughput and latency
- Work with firmware and perception teams to expose device capabilities
- Support customer integration and debug SDK issues
Required Qualifications
- BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years developing SDKs, libraries, or systems software in C/C++ (and Python)
- Strong API design and cross-platform development skills
- Experience with device communication (USB, PCIe, Ethernet) and data streaming
- Solid understanding of memory management, concurrency, and performance optimization
- Excellent documentation and developer-experience mindset
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience shipping SDKs used by external developers
- Sensor, camera, or LiDAR data-pipeline experience
- Python bindings (pybind11) or packaging experience
- ROS / ROS 2 integration
- CUDA expertise
- Robotics or autonomous systems background
Benefits (subject to location and local regulations)
- Competitive salary and equity
- 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
