Optical Engineer at Aeva | Mountain View, CA

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of revolutionizing perception technology for diverse applications including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health monitoring, security, and more. Our innovative approach integrates all essential LiDAR components into a compact silicon photonics chip, creating a game-changing 4D LiDAR sensor that not only maps 3D positions but also measures instant velocity. This advancement empowers autonomous machines like vehicles and robots to operate with enhanced intelligence and safety.Role Overview:We are seeking a talented Optical Engineer to join our energetic and cutting-edge team at Aeva. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in the design, development, and rigorous testing of intricate optical sub-components and systems integral to our pioneering LiDAR coherent sensing technology.

About Aeva:Aeva strives to revolutionize perception across a wide array of sectors including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health care, security, and more. Our innovative technology is at the forefront of autonomy, integrating essential LiDAR components into a cutting-edge silicon photonics chip within a compact module. Aeva’s 4D LiDAR sensors not only provide precise 3D positioning but also enable instantaneous velocity detection, empowering autonomous systems like vehicles and robots to make smarter and safer decisions.Position Summary:We are on the lookout for a highly skilled and forward-thinking Senior Staff Optical Engineer to join our vibrant engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the design, development, and validation of advanced optical sub-components and systems integral to Aeva’s state-of-the-art coherent LiDAR technology. You will play a key role in shaping technical strategies, mentoring junior engineers, and guiding architectural choices across diverse projects.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of perception technology, revolutionizing a myriad of industries including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, and security. Our mission is to pioneer the next generation of perception technologies, integrating essential LiDAR components into a compact silicon photonics chip. Our cutting-edge 4D LiDAR sensors offer unique capabilities, such as instant velocity detection alongside 3D positioning, empowering autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make smarter, safer decisions.Role Overview:We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Perception Engineer to enhance our classical perception algorithms stack. As a critical member of our dynamic team, you will delve into the capabilities of Aeva’s 4D FMCW LiDARs, pushing the boundaries of autonomous driving performance further than ever before.

Join Aeva, where we are on a mission to revolutionize perception technology across a diverse range of industries, including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, and security. Our innovative approach integrates key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip, resulting in a compact module that enhances the capabilities of autonomous devices. With our unique 4D LiDAR sensors, we empower vehicles and robots to detect both instant velocity and 3D position, enabling safer and smarter decision-making for autonomy.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to revolutionizing perception technology across various sectors, including autonomous driving, industrial robotics, consumer health, security, and more. Our cutting-edge 4D LiDAR sensors, which uniquely combine instant velocity detection with 3D positioning, empower autonomous vehicles and robots to operate with enhanced intelligence and safety.Role Overview:We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Embedded C++ Software Engineer to join our talented team. In this role, you will focus on embedded systems and take ownership of design projects from initial architecture through to production deployment. Your ability to work independently and collaboratively will be key to your success.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of pioneering cutting-edge perception technologies, with a mission to revolutionize applications ranging from automated driving to industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health, and security. Our innovative approach integrates essential LiDAR components onto a compact silicon photonics chip, enabling our 4D LiDAR sensors to uniquely capture instant velocity alongside 3D positioning. This breakthrough technology empowers autonomous devices, such as vehicles and robots, to make safer and more intelligent decisions.Role Overview:We are seeking a Senior Engineer to join our Calibration, Localization, and Mapping (CLAMS) team. In this pivotal role, you will focus on implementing state-of-the-art methods in state estimation, online calibration, and optimization. Your expertise will be instrumental in deploying Aeva's 4D FMCW LiDAR algorithms into production, thereby enhancing the performance of autonomous driving technologies.

About Us:Aeva is on a mission to revolutionize perception technology across diverse fields such as automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health, and security. We are at the forefront of transforming autonomy with our innovative sensing and perception technologies, which integrate essential LiDAR components into a compact silicon photonics chip. Our cutting-edge 4D LiDAR sensors provide instantaneous velocity detection along with precise 3D positioning, empowering autonomous systems like vehicles and robots to make more informed and safer decisions.Role Overview:We seek a talented Photonics Integration Engineer who possesses cross-functional expertise in bringing photonics solutions to various product lines. This role is critical in enhancing our technology and will be based in either Mountain View, CA or Rochester, NY.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of redefining perception in various sectors including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health, and security. Our revolutionary sensing and perception technology integrates all essential LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip, creating a compact and highly efficient module. Aeva’s 4D LiDAR sensors provide the unique capability to detect instant velocity alongside 3D positioning, empowering autonomous devices—such as vehicles and robots—to make smarter and safer decisions. Role Overview:We are on the lookout for a talented and driven Verification and Validation (V&V) Engineer to become a vital part of our team. This position centers around the thorough testing and quality assurance of our state-of-the-art LiDAR products. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on engineering experience, robust programming skills, a keen interest in data analysis, and a proven track record in developing reliable test solutions for intricate systems.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of revolutionizing perception technologies across various sectors, including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health, security, and more. Our innovative approach integrates essential LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip within a compact module, making autonomous systems smarter and safer. Aeva's 4D LiDAR sensors are uniquely designed to detect instantaneous velocity alongside 3D positioning, empowering vehicles and robots to make informed decisions autonomously.Role Overview:The Senior Customer Program Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our customer programs. This individual will manage program deliverables and act as the primary liaison for key accounts, fostering relationships built on trust while identifying opportunities for enhancement and documenting best practices.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to advancing perception technology across various sectors including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health, and security. Our pioneering approach integrates key LiDAR components into a compact silicon photonics module, redefining autonomy. With our 4D LiDAR sensors, we enable devices to not only ascertain 3D positioning but also instant velocity, empowering vehicles and robots to make smarter, safer decisions.Role Overview:We are seeking a skilled Module Engineering Program Manager to spearhead intricate technical development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing build and test activities, as well as fostering vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products. A deep understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes is essential, as is the ability to coordinate product releases to meet critical company milestones.

About Us:Aeva is on a mission to usher in the next generation of perception technologies across various sectors, including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health, and security. Our innovative approach combines key LiDAR components into a compact silicon photonics chip, revolutionizing autonomy. Aeva's 4D LiDAR sensors not only pinpoint 3D positions but also measure instantaneous velocity, empowering autonomous vehicles and robots to make smarter, safer decisions. Role Overview:We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Global Commodity Manager who will oversee strategic sourcing, supplier management, and the assurance of continuous supply for essential components and services utilized in our advanced LiDAR systems. This individual should be adept at independently driving strategy, managing intricate supplier relationships, and collaborating effectively with our Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to achieve our ambitious product development and production targets.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to delivering transformative perception technologies that enable a wide array of applications, from autonomous driving to industrial robotics, consumer health, security, and more. Our pioneering sensing and perception solutions integrate all essential LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip, creating a compact module that redefines the standards of operational efficiency. Aeva’s 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely measure instantaneous velocity alongside 3D positioning, empowering autonomous devices—such as vehicles and robots—to make safer and more intelligent decisions.Role Overview:We are in search of a technically proficient and customer-centric Field Applications Engineer (FAE) specializing in optical sensors, LiDAR, or displacement sensing. This role will serve as the vital technical link between our clients and engineering teams, assisting in product evaluations, addressing complex application challenges, and ensuring a superior customer experience. The ideal candidate will possess a strong curiosity about customer applications, a comfort with intricate systems, and a passion for facilitating customer success with pioneering sensing technologies.

Who We AreGatik is at the forefront of transforming middle-mile logistics through our cutting-edge autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution. Our focus is on delivering safe and consistent services while enhancing freight movement efficiency and alleviating congestion. In 2021, we made history by launching the world's first fully driverless commercial transportation service in partnership with Walmart, with our Class 3-7 autonomous trucks actively operating in key markets like Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada.Our proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is meticulously engineered to facilitate safe and efficient freight transportation between pick-up and drop-off points. With robust capabilities tailored for both highway and urban settings, Gatik Carrier™ represents a comprehensive solution that seamlessly integrates advanced software and hardware to optimize logistics operations for our clients.About the RoleWe are seeking a Senior/Staff Systems Engineer to lead the Verification and Validation processes for Gatik’s autonomous vehicle systems. This position is primarily located at our headquarters in Mountain View, CA, with additional opportunities available in Fort Worth, TX.What You Will DoEstablish and implement model-based system engineering (MBSE) practices and methodologies for effective requirements management, ensuring clear communication of functional and performance requirements across stakeholders and system levels.Provide advanced systems expertise in integrating architectural changes and component revisions, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency in autonomous vehicle operations.

Join Waymo as a Senior Staff Software Engineer specializing in TLM (Traffic Light Management). In this crucial role, you will lead the design and development of innovative software solutions that enhance our autonomous vehicle systems. Your expertise will contribute significantly to improving traffic management systems and ensuring seamless operations for our fleet.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of revolutionizing perception technology across various sectors, including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, healthcare, and security. Our innovative integration of LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip enables us to deliver compact yet powerful 4D LiDAR sensors. These sensors not only provide precise 3D positioning but also detect instantaneous velocity, empowering autonomous devices such as vehicles and robots to make safer and smarter decisions.Role Overview:We are looking for a skilled Senior Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role in the development and lifecycle management of our cutting-edge Lidar sensor products. This position demands expertise in applying comprehensive systems engineering methodologies to ensure compliance with stringent automotive standards. You will take charge of creating and maintaining work products that meet ASPICE, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), and Cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434) standards, ensuring thorough requirements traceability and robust analysis. Ideal candidates will possess a solid background in sensor technology, proficiency with systems engineering tools, and a firm understanding of automotive systems standards.

At Databricks, we are dedicated to empowering data teams to tackle some of the most significant challenges in the world—from realizing the next mode of transportation to accelerating medical innovations. Our mission is to build and operate the premier data and AI infrastructure platform, enabling our customers to harness deep data insights for business enhancement. Our engineering teams create technical products that address real-world needs. We continually push the limits of data and AI technology while ensuring the security and scalability essential for our customers' success on our platform. We manage one of the largest-scale software platforms, operating millions of virtual machines that generate terabytes of logs and process exabytes of data daily. Our software is designed to seamlessly shield our customers from cloud hardware, network, and operating system faults. As a member of the Observability team, you will craft observability solutions that deliver insights into the health and performance of our products and infrastructure.

Join Aeva as a Senior Product Quality Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the excellence of our innovative products. In this position, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance protocols that align with our cutting-edge technology solutions.The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of quality engineering principles and will work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and performance. Your expertise will help us uphold our commitment to delivering high-quality products that exceed customer expectations.

About Us:Aeva is at the forefront of revolutionizing perception technology across various domains including autonomous driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, health, security, and much more. Our innovative approach integrates essential LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip within a compact module, enabling our 4D LiDAR sensors to not only ascertain 3D positions but also detect instant velocity. This capability empowers autonomous systems, such as vehicles and robots, to make safer and more intelligent decisions. Role Overview:We are on the lookout for a highly skilled Senior Manager to lead our Photonics and PCBA Test Engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the design and implementation of advanced automated test stations utilized on Aeva’s manufacturing line, which encompasses silicon photonics and laser components, optical modules, and PCBAs. You will also spearhead the development of aligners critical to the production of Lidar optical modules. The ideal candidate should possess a robust background in optics/photonics and automation tailored for high-volume manufacturing environments.

Waymo, a leading autonomous driving technology company, is dedicated to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Established in 2009 as the Google Self-Driving Car Project, Waymo has been at the forefront of developing the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™. Our mission is to enhance mobility access and save lives currently lost to traffic accidents. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hailing service and is adaptable to various vehicle platforms and use cases. With over ten million rides provided and extensive experience driving more than 100 million miles on public roads, and tens of billions in simulation across over 15 U.S. states, we are committed to transforming transportation.At Waymo, we generate an extraordinary scale and complexity of data from billions of miles driven in simulations and millions on public roads. Central to our mission is the deep understanding of this data.Our world-class data analysis infrastructure is the cornerstone of our success. It is crucial for:Validating the safety and performance of the Waymo Driver.Accelerating research and development cycles across engineering, including Simulation, Onboard, and Machine Learning.Facilitating data-driven decision-making for our commercial operations and product strategies.Standardizing our progress measurement and performance comparisons across different contexts.Insights derived from our data platforms influence every aspect of our technology and business. We are in search of an extraordinary technical leader to drive the vision and architecture of these essential systems.

Join aeva as a Senior Systems Engineering Program Manager, where you will spearhead intricate hardware initiatives from their inception to high-volume manufacturing. In this pivotal role, you will ensure alignment among engineering, manufacturing, and executive teams to deliver superior products on schedule and within budget. This position merges strategic oversight with practical execution, guaranteeing operational readiness across global platforms and fostering seamless collaboration with contract manufacturers and local teams.