Aeva Technologies

Senior DSP Engineer

Aeva Technologies · Mountain View, CA
Mountain View, CA $164K–$222K Posted 2026-10-27
Salary
$164K–$222K
Type
Full-time
Experience
5+ yr

Aeva is building the next generation of sensing and perception for autonomous vehicles and beyond. With its unique ability to measure instantaneous velocity for each pixel, long-range performance at high resolutions, while being free from LiDAR or sunlight interference, Aeva’s 4D LiDAR is built from the ground up at silicon photonics scale for mass-market applications.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a DSP Systems Engineer with experience in advanced algorithm development utilizing techniques in Detection & Estimation Theory, Random Processes Analysis, and Communications and Information Theory. You will be responsible for defining performance requirements, designing, testing, verification & validation of signal processing algorithms.

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

  • Design, verify and test signal processing algorithms utilizing techniques in Detection & Estimation Theory, Random Processes Analysis, and Communications and Information Theory
  • Design and simulation of end-to-end systems from the ground up to meet a required performance specification
  • Data analysis and verification of algorithms against real world data
  • Expert in programming languages C or C++ and analysis tools such as python / Matlab.
  • MSEE+ with focus in DSP or digital communications theory
  • Solid fundamentals in mathematics, digital signal processing and communication systems
  • Experience in designing, choosing and optimizing DSP algorithms for RADAR or other relevant sensors
  • Expert in MATLAB and experience in other languages (e.g. C, C++, Python)
  • Eager to learn & implement new algorithms in groundbreaking technology
  • Background with Radar or LiDAR Signal Processing (FMCW)
  • Expertise in Radar link budgets, analysis of Minimum Detectable Signal, Signal-to-Noise, and Signal-to-Clutter
  • Experience developing DSP algorithms on FPGAs

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.

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