Lyte AI

Robotics perception platform with silicon-level fusion

Silicon Validation & Bring-Up Engineer

Hardware Validation & TestingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Hands-on chip or system bring-up and validation experience.
Proficiency in Python for test automation and data analysis.
Experience validating high-speed serial interfaces.
Understanding of analog fundamentals, including signal integrity, transmission lines, feedback theory, and voltage/current source compliance testing.
Knowledge of frequency-domain and time-domain measurements.
Solid analog circuit knowledge, including bias networks, low-dropout regulators, phase-locked loops, analog-to-digital converters, digital-to-analog converters, and mixed-signal interfaces.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, layout files, and datasheet specifications.
Knowledge of system-on-chip circuitry, including direct memory access, cache, double data rate memory, static random-access memory, inter-process communication, timers/precision time protocol, and one-time programmable memory.
Hands-on experience with digital communications protocols including Serial Peripheral Interface, Inter-Integrated Circuit, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Ethernet, Controller Area Network, Serial Wire Debug, and Joint Test Action Group.
A Master of Science or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead silicon bring-up for new tape-outs from initial power-on through functional validation.
Develop and execute structured test plans covering functional and performance validation.
Characterize analog and digital circuit behavior against product specifications.
Build automated test infrastructure using Python for high-throughput characterization.
Debug complex mixed-signal devices using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and protocol analyzers.
Validate high-speed interfaces, including signal integrity analysis.
Determine root causes and distinguish design, process, and board-level failures.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with process, voltage, and temperature corner characterization and yield analysis.
Prior application-specific integrated circuit tape-out experience from prototype to production.
Exposure to reliability testing, including high-temperature operating life, early life failure rate, and electrostatic discharge/latch-up.

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 a hands-on Validation Engineer to take our custom silicon devices from first power-on to production readiness. The role involves close collaboration across analog design, logic design, and package design teams.

What you'll do

Lead silicon bring up for new tape-outs from initial power-on through functional validation
Develop and execute structured test plans covering functional and performance validation
Characterize analog and digital circuit behavior against product specifications
Build automated test infrastructure using Python for high-throughput characterization
Debug complex mixed-signal devices using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and protocol analyzers
Validate high-speed interfaces including signal integrity analysis
Root-cause issues and distinguish design vs. process vs. board-level failures

Required Qualifications

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience
Hands-on chip or system bringup and validation experience
Proficiency in Python for test automation and data analysis
Experience validating high-speed serial interfaces
Understanding of analog fundamentals: signal integrity, transmission lines, feedback theory, and voltage/current source compliance testing
Knowledge of frequency-domain and time-domain measurements
Solid analog circuit knowledge: bias networks, LDOs, PLLs, ADCs/DACs, and mixed-signal interfaces
Ability to read and interpret schematics, layout files, and datasheet specifications
SOC Circuitry: DMA, Cache, DDR, SRAM, IPC, Timers / PTP, OTP
Hands on experience with Digital comms: SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, CAN, SWD, JTAG

Preferred Qualifications

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
PVT corner characterization and yield analysis experience
Prior ASIC tape-out experience from prototype to production
Reliability testing exposure: HTOL, ELFR, ESD/latch-up

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

About the Company

Lyte AI

Robotics perception platform with silicon-level fusion

Lyte AI builds an end-to-end perception stack for robots, from custom sensing silicon to software. Its LyteVision platform combines camera data, inertial measurements, and a 4D distance-velocity sensor into a single synchronized data stream at the silicon level. This reduces latency and calibration drift that can occur when stitching together separate sensors. The system is designed for industrial uses such as inspection, logistics, and manufacturing robots, and also aims to power broader Physical AI platforms. The company differentiates itself through its fully integrated, silicon-level sensor fusion and a pedigree of engineers who helped create depth sensing for devices like Face ID and Kinect, backed by substantial funding to scale silicon production and deployments. Its goal is to provide reliable, low-latency robot perception to enable scalable automation across industrial settings.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Series C
Total funding: $272M
Headquarters: Mountain View, CA
Founded: 2021

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