SDK Software Engineer

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
• 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